stick round
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle round
Meanings
Stay nearby, often longer than expected
Why “round”? You stay near someone, close enough to join or help.
“Stick round, the show's not over.”
“Stick round until the results are announced.”
Don't confuse with
Stick round means stay nearby, often longer than expected. Stick through means stay loyal and support someone during difficult times.
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“Stick round, the show's not over.” What does it mean?
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stick through
A contrast learners often mix up
Stay loyal and support someone during difficult times
rally round
Same round pattern: nearby
Come together to support someone in need
stick around
Same base verb: stick
Stay in a place a little longer
stick down
Same base verb: stick
Attach something to a surface with glue or tape
stick in
Same base verb: stick
Push something firmly into a place
stick on
Same base verb: stick
Become attached by adhesive
stick out
Same base verb: stick
Be very noticeable
stick up
Same base verb: stick
Defend or support someone when others criticize them; Rob a place using a weapon, often a gun
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