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upheld

[uhp-held] / ʌpˈhɛld /
ADJECTIVE
supported
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In 1998, the newly-established Parades Commission ruled that the Orange Order should not march down the road - a decision that was upheld for the past 28 years.

From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026

The Charity Commission opposed Campbell's challenge and said the five-year ban should be upheld.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

A residents' appeal challenging the court ruling that upheld the commission's decision is scheduled for Friday in Belfast.

From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026

The Pentagon decision upheld on Friday was based on public procurement regulations and now remains in effect.

From Barron's ● Sep. 25, 2026

But the army’s decision to evacuate was also upheld by the Supreme Court.

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston




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