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

The website for the bridge project says the bridge tower shape “reflects the curvature of a hockey stick in a slap shot.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

Knecht will get “consistent” playing time over the next few weeks, Redick said, but he won’t be solely judged on his shooting percentage while he tries to stick in the lineup.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

For my part, I try to make some mental record of the other tributes, but like last year, only a few really stick in my head.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins