sticking with

Verb

stick with (third-person singular simple present sticks with, present participle sticking with, simple past and past participle stuck with)

1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see stick, with.
2. (idiomatic) To remain close to.

   Synonyms:

   stick to

3. (idiomatic) To follow or adhere to.
   • Please stick with the path marked on the map, and try not to get lost.

   Synonyms:

   cleave, cling, stick to, adhere, attach, bond, cohere, conglutinate, glue, hug

4. (informal) To follow loyally.
   • Stick with me, and I'll protect you.

   Synonyms:

   stand by, stick by, abide by, hold on, keep faith, go to the wall for someone

5. To persist in using or employing.
   • The Jets are sticking with Sanchez at quarterback.

   Synonyms:

   stand behind, stick to, abide, astand, bear up, carry on, continue, endure, follow up, hang in there

6. To endure in the memory of.
   • Some of my father's peculiar expressions have stuck with me.

   Synonyms:

   live on, stay