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

Leonard formally stepped down from his executive role at the Canadian software company in September for health reasons, and on Friday Constellation said he won’t stand for reelection to the board.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

But they couldn’t stand for what was happening at Quirky Books, which had changed dramatically since those fateful days in 2020.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

“This trip was to be a bus ride there and a bus ride back, with one hour popping your head into an audition and an important stop at a T-shirt stand, for me.”

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle