sticks

Example Sentences

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If the Tillis-Alsobrooks compromise sticks, it would solve a major problem keeping the bill from proceeding and could trigger the Senate Banking Committee to vote on the bill as soon as this month.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

After the trophy presentation, the network hopes much of its audience sticks around for Game 7 of the NBA Eastern Conference playoff series between the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

I also had a few cloves of garlic, sticks of butter and fresh lemons.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

Theo Argitis, senior vice president for policy at the lobby group for chief executives, the Business Council of Canada, said the update sticks closely to Carney’s policy priorities of lifting growth and business investment levels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

He cried out in shock, his hand jerking out of control and knocking a box of charcoal sticks across the table.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville