stick by

British  

verb

1. (intr, preposition) to remain faithful to; adhere to

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stick by Idioms  

1. Also, stick to. Remain loyal to, as in The brothers said they'd stick by one another, no matter what, or Phyllis promised to stick to Bert. This idiom derives from stick in the sense of “adhere.” [Early 1500s] Also see stand by, def. 4.

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Example Sentences

Greer has said the U.S. is looking for continuity and intends to stick by its earlier trade deals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

Ever since, said Ann Bryant, the executive director of the Bear League, teams of volunteers have tried to stick by the bear at all times, to protect her from being killed by Fish and Wildlife.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2025

Maple Leafs tough guy Ryan Reaves had the puck in the defensive zone, but had it knocked off his stick by Bruins rookie defenseman Mason Lohrei.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2024

"Sesame Street" knew his worth and chose to stick by him amid the controversy, eventually casting then-high school senior Ryan Dillon as Elmo’s new performer in 2013.

From Salon • Feb. 3, 2024

Just stick by me and I’ll make sure that you be all right.”

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson

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