as in to remain
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
we stuck around afterwards to help clean up
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Recent Examples of stick around
One risk of players sticking around for years as graduate student-athletes is that college sports might morph into something more like minor league sports, with seasoned players in their mid-20s (or older) occupying roster spots that would otherwise go to younger college students.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Malachi Smith is sticking around a little longer.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
At least, as long as Kennedy sticks around.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
For decades, the Dodgers have promised to ease traffic by adding amenities that encourage fans to come early and stick around after the game.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Malachi Smith is sticking around a little longer.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
At least, as long as Kennedy sticks around.
—Tom Bartlett, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
For decades, the Dodgers have promised to ease traffic by adding amenities that encourage fans to come early and stick around after the game.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick around
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The Thunder entered the night two games ahead of San Antonio in the race for homecourt advantage throughout the playoffs with six games remaining.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Even as prices rise, demand remains steady and drivers continue to feel the strain.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Come for the jazz—from Grammy Award-winning bassists to young powerhouse vocalists—but stay for the chic atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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While Miami has stayed just below the $4 mark, Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton/West Palm Beach County have broken the barrier.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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By Easter Sunday, April 5, most of the rain will clear out with low chances hanging around for Central Texas.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Head outside and grab some pictures; many of these spring-blooming beauties only hang around a few days.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Colorado Hospital Association — which opposes the bill — says state laws require all hospitals to screen patients for discounted care, wait six months before garnishing wages, and provide 30 days' notice.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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With the March 31 deadline approaching, experts warn that waiting too long can leave Medicare users paying more—and with fewer options—until the next enrollment period begins in October.—
Amanda Greenwood,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Stick around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20around. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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