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Comparative
stickier
Superlative
stickiest
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having a thick consistency that clings to surfaces when in contact
- The syrup was sticky and hard to clean off the counter.
- She avoided the sticky caramel on the plate.
- The honey had a sticky texture that coated everything it touched.
- After melting, the chocolate became sticky and messy.
- The jam was so sticky it clung to the spoon.
2
(of skin or clothing) feeling damp and uncomfortable due to sweat or moisture
- After the intense workout, his shirt felt sticky against his back.
- The humid air left her skin feeling sticky and clammy.
- He couldn't stand the sticky feeling of sweat on his forehead during the hike.
- The sticky humidity made everyone long for a cool breeze.
- She wiped her sticky hands on her shorts after playing outside.
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(of weather) characterized by high humidity that makes the air feel damp and uncomfortable
- The sticky weather made everyone feel sluggish and tired.
- We decided to stay indoors to escape the sticky heat of the afternoon.
- After the rain, the air became sticky, clinging to our skin.
- The sticky climate in the summer often leads to increased discomfort.
- She regretted wearing jeans on such a sticky day when shorts would have been better.
4
(of economic phenomena) resistant to adjustments or fluctuations
- Economists often analyze sticky prices to understand inflation trends.
- The market faced challenges due to sticky costs that wouldn't adapt to demand shifts.
- Many businesses struggle with sticky wages that prevent them from adjusting payroll.
- The theory of sticky prices helps explain why economic recovery can be slow.
- Economists study why certain prices remain sticky even during economic downturns.
5
having difficulties that make a situation challenging
- The sticky situation required quick thinking to resolve.
- They encountered a sticky challenge while organizing the event.
- The negotiations became sticky as disagreements arose.
- She found herself in a sticky situation when the plans fell apart.
- The project encountered sticky issues that delayed progress.
6
having content that remains prominently displayed or easily accessible on a website
- The website features a sticky navigation bar for easy access to important links.
- The sticky header keeps the logo and menu visible while scrolling.
- They added a sticky sidebar that highlights recent articles and popular posts.
- The blog has a sticky post at the top to promote the latest giveaway.
- A sticky footer ensures that essential information is always in view as users scroll.