Stick down Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To attach something to a surface by using glue, tape, or another sticky substance so it stays in place.
Usage & Nuances
Informal phrasal verb mainly used for physically attaching paper, photos, or objects with glue or tape. Common with DIY, crafts, and instructions. Not used for 'stick around,' which means 'stay nearby.' Often appears as an instruction: 'stick the label down.'
Example Sentences
Please stick down the corners of the poster so it doesn't curl up.
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Use some glue to stick down the label on the box.
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If you stick down the photo, it won't fall out of the album.
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Just stick down the edges with tape—it'll do the trick.
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Make sure you stick down the address label so it doesn’t come off during shipping.
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Some scrapbook pages won’t stay flat unless you really stick them down.
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