stick in

Example Sentences

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Atletico Madrid's trip to Arsenal in the league phase feels a long time ago, but it will stick in their mind not just for the four goals they shipped, but for their struggles in attack.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

"Certain anthropomorphic phrases may even stick in readers' minds and can potentially shape public perception of AI in unhelpful ways," Aune said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

One of them falls asleep to episodes hoping some of the details stick in his head.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Knecht is shooting 37.3% from three in his short NBA career, but has struggled to stick in the lineup because of defensive lapses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

Her stirring became more and more halfhearted till Judith snatched the stick in exasperation.

From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare