stick up

beat off with a stick

To reject (a person making an unwanted amorous approach).

beat with the ugly stick

Used to describe someone who is particularly ugly or unattractive.

carrot and stick

The simultaneous rewarding of good behavior and punishing of bad behavior.

clue stick

A metaphorical stick used to beat information or understanding into a slow learner.

get on the stick

To get started; to begin working; to become active.

hit with the stupid stick

Used to describe someone who is stupid or unintelligent.

holy crap on a stick

Emphatic form of holy crap.

keep one's stick on the ice

To remain vigilant and ready for action.