not stand for
Example Sentences
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The UK, in response, revoked accreditation for a Russian diplomat and a diplomatic spouse, saying it would "not stand for intimidation of British embassy staff and their families".
From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2026
"The UK does not stand for intimidation of British embassy staff and their families," the British spokesperson added.
From Barron's ● Mar. 30, 2026
“I do not stand for hate or violence or discrimination.”
From Salon ● Feb. 12, 2026
“This is an attack on LGBTQ+ New Yorkers, and we will not stand for it,” Menin said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 10, 2026
"The two ams could not stand for America, America, because one of my clues is America."
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
