stand between

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As the dust settles on her unexpected candidacy, political observers are assessing Raman’s prospects — both her strengths and the obstacles that stand between her and the mayor’s office.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

The theory behind the effort is simple: We can renew the promise of American opportunity by removing outdated regulations that stand between entrepreneurs and the capital they need to succeed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

Three fundamental problems stand between automation and actual reasoning:

From MarketWatch • Nov. 3, 2025

A 159-run first-wicket stand between Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran set up Afghanistan for a nine-run victory over Zimbabwe on Sunday and a 3-0 sweep of a Twenty20 series.

From Barron's • Nov. 2, 2025

For years the villagers had lived with her, eaten her food and allowed her to stand between them and the outside world.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer