stick around
to stay in a place for a period of time
to remain in a place and not leave, usually for a short while, often to wait for something or someone.
You can stick around after the meeting if you have any questions.
"stick" — same verb, different meanings
Phrasal verbs built on "stick" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.
stick
around
stick aroundto remain in a place and not leave, usually for a short while, often to wait for something or someone.You can stick around after the meeting if you have any questions.
out
stick outTo be easy to see or recognize because of being different or unusual.Her bright red coat really stuck out in the crowd.
to
stick toTo keep doing something you decided to do, even if it gets difficult or boring.If you want to get fit, you need to stick to your exercise routine.
stick out
to be very noticeable
To be easy to see or recognize because of being different or unusual.
Her bright red coat really stuck out in the crowd.
stick to
continue with a plan
To keep doing something you decided to do, even if it gets difficult or boring.
If you want to get fit, you need to stick to your exercise routine.