can't stand

Example Sentences

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“You can’t stand still. So you take a step, not knowing if the ground will be perfectly firm,” Frederico said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Newsom himself said he welcomes federal fraud investigations in the state, adding in an interview on MS NOW that aired Monday night: “Bring it on ... if he has some unique insight and information, I look forward to partnering with him. I can’t stand fraud.”

From Los Angeles Times

In his 2012 autobiography, "American Son," Rubio wrote, "I can't stand to hear immigrants described in terms more appropriate to a plague of locusts than human beings."

From Barron's

“There are leaders who talk and leaders who act. Mia is one of those who acts. She is extremely competitive and can’t stand losing. She has a big heart but she is very firm with her values,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

"Looking after them is all I have ever known. I can't stand the thought of them suffering."

From BBC