a thin piece of wood; a twig or rod

• a piece of wood used for poking, stirring, or support

a cane used to aid walking or hiking

a long implement for controlling a ball or puck in sports

• e.g., hockey stick, polo mallet, billiards cue

a lever-like control, especially a joystick or aircraft control column

• the gear shift in a manual-transmission vehicle

a rod-shaped unit of material, like a butter stick or gum

• a small portable storage device, a USB memory stick

to adhere or cling; to remain attached

to place or push something somewhere, often quickly or casually

• to attach or insert

to continue with or remain loyal to something

• to persevere; not give up