Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stick around
phrasal verb
/stɪk əˈraʊnd/
Definition
To remain in a place or stay nearby for a period of time.
Examples
- After the meeting, I decided to stick around to ask some questions.
- We can stick around for a bit if you want to see the performers again.
- If you stick around long enough, you might hear some interesting news.
Meaning
When someone says they will ‘stick around,’ they mean they intend to continue being present or to wait for something.
Synonyms
- stay
- remain
- linger
- wait
