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stick to one's text

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To limit one's focus to the matter at hand, or the primary subject at issue; to avoid diversion.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Examples

  • You would be doing well on your project if you stuck to your text instead of exploring every new topic which pops up.

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Antonyms: none provided

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