sticky

Example Sentences

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Sticky U.S. restrictions might also spark a rotation into software stocks, which have come under heavy selling pressure this year due to fears of AI disruption, she said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026

Sticky inflation could push the Fed to take a more hawkish approach, and higher interest rates aren’t good for tech stocks.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Sticky inflation could make it harder for the Fed to keep cutting interest rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 7, 2025

Sticky notes above his desk display reminders to himself to aim for 95% in his exams.

From BBC • Sep. 23, 2025

“I know you’re tired, but first we must wait for Sticky to make up his mind.”

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart