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sticking

ADJECTIVE

disinclined

Synonyms

STRONG

balking hesitating indisposed objecting opposed protesting shy shying slow

WEAK

afraid antipathetic averse backward doubtful dubious loath not in the mood reluctant resistant uneager unsympathetic

Antonyms

WEAK

bent desirous disposed enthusiastic inclined leaning willing

NOUN

adhesion

Synonyms

STRONG

adherence adhesiveness attachment bond cling grip stickiness

Example Sentences

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As the U.S. shifted into services over the past couple of decades, Japan preserved its manufacturing infrastructure, sometimes sticking with unprofitable operations.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

I often stood crooked or perched on things to avoid sticking out.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

So the fact that I couldn’t execute in 24 hours is sticking with me.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Hearts were denied a spot-kick at Fir Park last weekend, with referee Steven McLean sticking to his guns after a call to the monitor.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

I was about to risk sticking my head round the corner of the alleyway when Hugo spoke again.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler

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