stick by

phrasal verb

stuck by; sticking by; sticks by
: to continue to support or be loyal to (someone or something)
The troops stuck by their general to the end.
I promised to support you and I'll stick by my promise.

Examples of stick by in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Over time, the suggestions calcify into a set of expectations which, in turn, become the measuring stick by which sustainability leaders are graded. Jody L. Bickel, Forbes, 18 Sep. 2024 It’s used as a stick by right-wing groups to beat brands into abandoning inclusivity pledges, policies, and partnerships. Marty Davies, Fortune Europe, 18 Sep. 2024 In the same vein, Rosen is sticking by Proposition 47 notwithstanding its many flaws — so much for justice for victims in Santa Clara County. Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2024 Some folks stuck by me like the beautiful Aubrey Plaza, who brought me a casserole two days after the Trump thing. Julie Seabaugh, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stick by 

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“Stick by.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stick%20by. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

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