uphold
Usage
What are other ways to say uphold?
To uphold applies especially to supporting or backing another, as in a statement, opinion, or belief: to uphold the rights of a minority. To support is to hold up or add strength to, literally or figuratively: The columns support the roof. To maintain is to support so as to preserve intact: to maintain an attitude of defiance. To sustain, a rather elevated word, suggests completeness and adequacy in supporting: The court sustained his claim.
Example Sentences
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However, Lords conduct committee rejected his appeal and upheld the recommendation for a 12-month suspension.
From BBC
The Church said in a statement Wednesday that "the Tokyo High Court had issued a ruling upholding the dissolution order against our organisation", calling the decision "unjust".
From Barron's
A Japanese court has upheld an order to dissolve the controversial Unification Church, local media report.
From BBC
Perth and Kinross Council has upheld two complaints - in relation to poor communication and a failure to refer contact police for a welfare check - but has rejected other criticisms.
From BBC
The department “remains committed to upholding the integrity of our electoral system and will continue to prioritize efforts to ensure all elections remain free, fair, and transparent,” the spokesperson said in an email.
From Salon
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
