stuck like Chuck

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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.