stuck in

Example Sentences

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After a big increase to start the year, optical-networking stocks have been stuck in the mud in June.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

“This policy is stuck in an unhelpful 2022 mindset. Consumers will continue to reduce savings rates to pay for higher oil prices.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

"I remember going into the St Mirren changing room before one of my first starts and Stevie Thompson said, 'It's your jersey now, keep it'. And that stuck in my head my whole career."

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“Saying we’re stuck in pilot mode is this outdated idea that’s wrong,” he says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Ella held her breath and hooked arms with Brigit, and they stuck in their pins at the exact same moment.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton