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stick with (third-person singular simple present sticks with, present participle sticking with, simple past and past participle stuck with)

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see stick,‎ with.
2. (idiomatic) To remain close to.

   Synonym: stick to

3. (idiomatic) To follow or adhere to.

   Synonyms: cleave, cling, stick to; see also Thesaurus:adhere

   Please stick with the path marked on the map, and try not to get lost.

4. (informal) To follow loyally.

   Synonyms: stand by, stick by; see also Thesaurus:keep faith

   Stick with me, and I'll protect you.

5. To persist in using or employing.

   Synonyms: stand behind, stick to; see also Thesaurus:persevere

   The Jets are sticking with Sanchez at quarterback.

6. To endure in the memory of.

   Synonyms: live on, stay

   Some of my father's peculiar expressions have stuck with me.

• stick-with-it-ness

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