The phrase 'stick up' implies a serious crime and is often used in news reports or crime dramas.

Crime Vocabulary

'Stick up' originated in old Western movies, where bandits would rob people or trains.

Historical Saying

Using 'stick up' can imply force or threat, especially with a weapon involved.

Think of 'stick up' as creating an image of something pointing or rising up stiffly.

'Stick up' in this sense is casual and often used in everyday conversation.

The phrase can express standing by someone, often in difficult or confrontational situations.

The phrase often appears in contexts related to defending human rights or social causes.

Used when attaching things temporarily, like decorations or reminders.

Implies a quick, immediate action without the need for tools.