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sticking

v.
A2 Elementary US //ˈstɪkɪŋ// UK //stˈɪkɪŋ// stick·ing Archaic

v. attaching something to a surface using glue or tape, or pushing a sharp object into something. It can also mean staying in one place or continuing with a difficult task.

v. the present participle of stick, meaning to fasten or attach with an adhesive, or to pierce with a pointed object. It also functions to describe remaining in a fixed position or adhering to a particular plan or set of values.


SIMPLE

He is sticking the poster to the wall.

CONTEXTUAL

The damp weather is causing the wooden doors to swell, making them start sticking in their frames.

COMPLEX

Despite the initial setbacks and mounting pressure from the board, the CEO is sticking to her long-term strategy of sustainable growth over immediate profits.

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When used to mean 'adhering to a plan', it is usually followed by the preposition 'to'.

Pitfall

He is sticking the paper on the wall with a glue.He is sticking the paper to the wall with glue.The verb 'stick' typically takes the preposition 'to' for attachment, and 'glue' is uncountable in this context.

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