stick by
Don't abandon someone
To stick by someone or something is to remain loyal or supportive through difficulty: She stuck by him during the trial, I'm sticking by my decision.
The phrase implies steadfastness when abandonment would be easier or more convenient.
Binding promise given
- promiseCommitment to act
- vowSolemn personal commitment
- honorHigh regard, moral dignity
- keepRetain or fortified tower
fulfill · uphold · maintain · hold to · stand by · see through · follow through · keep faith
Consistently loyal and true
- devotedLoyally and lovingly attached
- steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
- unwaveringSteady and unchanging
- trueAccurate or loyal
constant · dedicated · allegiant · committed · supportive · dependable · reliable · trustworthy
pledge
Binding promise given
keep · fulfill · uphold · maintain · hold to · stand by · see through · follow through · keep faith · abide by
faithful
Consistently loyal and true
- devotedLoyally and lovingly attached
- steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
- unwaveringSteady and unchanging
true · constant · dedicated · allegiant · committed · supportive · dependable · reliable · trustworthy · stalwart
defend
Protect from harm
champion · stand behind · vouch for · endorse · bolster · maintain · sustain · validate · stand up for · side with
partner
One who shares activity
companion · confidant · family · loved one · teammate · comrade · associate · supporter · backer · kindred spirit
stick byabandon
Leave behind permanently
desert · forsake · betray · walk out on · leave in the lurch
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