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Term: Stickup

Definition: A stickup is a robbery or theft, typically involving the use of a weapon, where the victim is forced to hand over their money or valuables.

Noun - Sense 1: A criminal act where someone robs another person or establishment by threatening them with a weapon.

Example Sentence: During the stickup, the masked robber demanded cash from the terrified cashier at gunpoint.

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Noun - Sense 2: A small adhesive paper note used for attaching to surfaces temporarily.

Example Sentence: She left a stickup on the fridge reminding herself to buy groceries after work.

Related Products: Post-it notes, Adhesive tape

Verb: To adhere or attach something to a surface using adhesive.

Example Sentence: Please stick up this poster on the bulletin board.

Related Products: Double-sided tape, Glue

Adjective: Popular or prevalent among the local community.

Example Sentence: The stickup joint down the street is known for its delicious, locally sourced burgers.

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