stand for

Example Sentences

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He couldn’t stand for them to be so happy when they ought to be scared.

From Literature

Pritzker, who has held the role of executive chairman at the global hotel chain since 2004, said he decided to step down after discussions with fellow board members and would not stand for reelection.

From BBC

“I’m happy to do what I do and stand for what I stand for,” Glenn said.

From Los Angeles Times

Ebitda, which stands for earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, is a widely used measure of underlying profitability.

From MarketWatch

“I’m racing for an American people who stand for love, for acceptance, for compassion, honesty and respect for others,” cross country skier Jessie Diggins wrote.

From Salon