The phrase "actions stick" is not a standard expression in written English and may cause confusion.
It could be used in a context discussing the lasting impact of actions or behaviors, but it is not commonly recognized.
Example: "In the world of marketing, it's important to remember that actions stick, influencing customer perceptions long after the campaign ends."
Alternatives: "actions have consequences" or "deeds leave a mark".
Even people who disagreed with his actions stuck to the issue at least and kept a civil tone.
But the same action sticks a thumb in the eye of the Venice Commission, which had already objected to the overweening powers of the president of the National Judicial Office, the overly centralized system of media regulation, the lack of anti-discrimination protection for gays, the lack of a constitutional prohibition on the death penalty, and more.
The action sticks close to one character — Jake Bradford (Blake Jenner), a freshman pitcher who's listening loudly to "My Sharona" as he drives his Oldsmobile 442 up to the off-campus house that he'll share with other members of the team.
And the most interesting part is that, at least from what I've read about the actual assault, the action sticks to what really occurred.
Furthermore, financial advisers can provide clients with the emotional discipline needed to put plans into actions and stick to them, as well as reassurance, guidance, stability and support to ensure they remain on the right track to reach their financial goals.
Leaders must find the most leveraged plan of action, stick with it, and continually monitor the company's performance against it.
According to CNN, Bill Gates took a break during this week's Comdex convention to try out Action Stick: a new video game controller that uses 18 infrared sensors to respond to kicks and punches.
[Insert | Michael Schlesinger of the Univ. of Illinois noted the cautionary conclusion of a climate paper he co-authored with Natalia Andronova in 2000 that says something very similar.] It's much harder to build a movement around limiting losses for generations unborn than for ourselves, but if honesty counts, that may be the only way to make climate action stick.
When you see a bully in action... stick up for the person being made fun of!
