Stick it out
phrasal verb
To continue to the end of a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Even though it was really hard, she decided to stick it out and finish the race.
Often appears as...
- stick it out to the end
- stick it out till the end
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
phrasal verb
To extend something outward from something else.
He stuck his hand out to shake hands as I introduced myself.
Often appears as...
- stick your hand out
- stick your tongue out
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
phrasal verb
To continue to the end of a difficult or unpleasant situation.
Even though it was really hard, she decided to stick it out and finish the race.
Often appears as...
- stick it out to the end
- stick it out till the end
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
phrasal verb
To extend something outward from something else.
He stuck his hand out to shake hands as I introduced myself.
Often appears as...
- stick your hand out
- stick your tongue out
Usage tips
Colloquial, Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Persistence context
Refers to enduring difficult situations without giving up, often linked to showing determination.
He decided to stick it out in the tough training camp to prove his resilience.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional nuance
Conveys a sense of struggle or discomfort yet also implies hope for a positive outcome or resolution.
Despite the project setbacks, the team chose to stick it out, expecting success.
Pro Tip 3/3Common phrasal use
Often used when encouraging oneself or others to remain in a challenging scenario.
I know the training is tough, but you've got to stick it out.
Pro Tip 1/3Persistence context
Refers to enduring difficult situations without giving up, often linked to showing determination.
He decided to stick it out in the tough training camp to prove his resilience.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional nuance
Conveys a sense of struggle or discomfort yet also implies hope for a positive outcome or resolution.
Despite the project setbacks, the team chose to stick it out, expecting success.
Pro Tip 3/3Common phrasal use
Often used when encouraging oneself or others to remain in a challenging scenario.
I know the training is tough, but you've got to stick it out.
Pro Tip 1/3Persistence context
Refers to enduring difficult situations without giving up, often linked to showing determination.
He decided to stick it out in the tough training camp to prove his resilience.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional nuance
Conveys a sense of struggle or discomfort yet also implies hope for a positive outcome or resolution.
Despite the project setbacks, the team chose to stick it out, expecting success.
Pro Tip 3/3Common phrasal use
Often used when encouraging oneself or others to remain in a challenging scenario.
I know the training is tough, but you've got to stick it out.
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