The term 'sticks around' can be described by the crossword solutions 'lasts', 'REMAINS', 'lingers', 'stays', and 'BIDES'. All of these words imply that something is enduring or lasting for a period of time. 'Lasts' implies that something is continuing to exist, while 'REMAINS' suggests that something is still present. 'Lingers' implies that something is lingering or lingering on, while 'stays' suggests that something is staying in one place. Finally, 'BIDES' implies that something is waiting or waiting patiently. All of these words suggest that something is enduring or lasting for a period of time, which is what the term 'sticks around' implies.