stick around

verb

stuck around; sticking around; sticks around

intransitive verb

: to stay or wait about : linger

Examples of stick around in a Sentence

we stuck around afterwards to help clean up
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Rock’s full-of-misguided-confidence performance here gives a nice hint at what to expect this weekend, and new cast member Jane Wickline makes for a fine foil. And stick around for Rock’s final bit of misinformation, which doubles as an excellent shout-out to a ghost of SNL past. Greg Evans, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024 With remote work likely to stick around for the foreseeable future, companies are seeking innovative ways to create stronger connections with their teams. Dr. Samantha Madhosingh, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024 Jackson will appear in the evening show on Saturday, Dec. 14, and will stick around for a talkback afterward with audience members. Dave Quinn, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024 Dress them up and take part in the parade, then stick around for pet-friendly activities. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 8 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stick around 

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stick around was in 1878

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“Stick around.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stick%20around. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

stick around

verb
: to stay or wait about : linger

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