Id | ESLPod_0322_WE_0318 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 322 |
Episode Title | Picking up a Rental Car |
Phrase | to stick to |
Text | The phrase "to stick to (something)," in this podcast, means to not change one's plans, or to continue to do what one had originally planned: "We thought we might be able to finish the project early, but we have decided to stick to our original schedule." The phrase "to stick with (something)" means to continue to do something, even though it is difficult: "He didn't enjoy playing the violin and wanted to stop taking lessons, but his parents convinced him to stick with it." The phrase "to stick (someone) with (something)" means to do something so that another person has to do something unpleasant, without one's help: "My boss left early and stuck me with finishing the work." The verb "to stick" means to adhere, or for two things to be attached to each other, usually with glue or tape: "May I stick this poster on the wall?" |
Topics | Transportation |
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