as in to keep (to)
to give steadfast support to
thanks for sticking with me after all my other so-called friends turned their backs the governor has sworn to stick to his campaign promises
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Instructors stood by to cheer and mentor participants.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025 -
To return the favor, Riho and her husband host weekly family dinners for their support crew as a way to give back to the people who have stood by them.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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A day after the singer, 38, shocked fans by walking the 2025 American Music Awards red carpet with a blonde bob — a far departure from her trademark long locks — Pratt, 41, defended his wife against hate comments.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
28 May 2025
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After seeing his pleas for peace talks or a ceasefire go unanswered for months, Trump conceded that he’s defended Putin in discussions over what to do next about Russia’s new attacks in Ukraine.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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“Stick (to or with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20%28to%20or%20with%29. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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