stick to

/stˈɪk tuː/

to stick to

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: stick]

to continue doing something even though there are some hardships

synonyms : follow

stick to firmly

synonyms : adhere

Examples

1. Others converted in name only, out of fear, while others stuck to their faith.

2. I was determined to stick to my diet, but when my coworker left a box of donuts on the table, I couldn't resist.

3. She found the idea of eating tongue quite unpleasant and decided to stick to her usual choices.

4. Despite harsh criticism, she's sticking to her guns on this issue.