stuck like Chuck
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
stuck; immobilized or unable to proceed
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Like the lady said, she could have gotten in the truck and driven away. Left us here, stuck like Chuck, out here on this ledge.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “stuck like Chuck” mean?
stuck; immobilized or unable to proceed
Is “stuck like Chuck” formal or informal?
stuck like Chuck is generally slang.