stick to

verb

1. also tr to adhere or cause to adhere to
2. to continue constantly at
3. to remain faithful to
4. not to move or digress from

   the speaker stuck closely to his subject

5. stick to someone's fingers informal.
   to be stolen by someone

Example Sentences

The former military officer is sticking to what he knows best.

From Los Angeles Times

"You have got to stick to our process, I think our scrum has been good over the last two weeks."

From BBC

The bank had already told employees to stick to "approved channels" for conversations about business matters.

From BBC

The hills attract thousands of visitors and dog-walkers every year, most of them careful to stick to the publicly accessible areas outlined on maps.

From BBC

My dad used to make fun of me for being someone who sticks to rules — almost to a fault.

From Los Angeles Times

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