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(idiomatic) To limit one's focus to the matter at hand, or the primary subject at issue; to avoid diversion.

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stick to one's text

Source Word

stick to one's text

Verb

idiomatic

(idiomatic) To limit one's focus to the matter at hand, or the primary subject at issue; to avoid diversion.

Japanese Meaning

話題や議論の中心となる主題に集中すること / 議論の焦点から逸脱せず、主要な事柄に専念すること

It's usually wise to stick to one's text when presenting sensitive findings to avoid being sidetracked.

重要な所見を発表する際は、余計な脱線を避けるために本題に専念するのが通常は賢明だ。

Sense（1）

(idiomatic) To limit one's focus to the matter at hand, or the primary subject at issue; to avoid diversion.

sticks to one's text

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sticking to one's text

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stuck to one's text

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stuck to one's text

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