cling

fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit

hold on tightly or tenaciously

hang on to your father's hands

The child clung to his mother's apron

come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

The dress clings to her body

The label stuck to the box

to remain emotionally or intellectually attached

He clings to the idea that she might still love him.