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stand for



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Hutchison, who is president of the Darlington Nursing Union, said the outcome was a "vindication of our stand for dignity, privacy, and common sense".

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

Burnham confirmed on X that he would stand for the leadership of the ruling Labour Party.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Netanyahu had previously said he would stand for re-election in the vote, scheduled to be held by late October.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Infantino already said he’ll stand for reelection when his term expires next March.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

It only hurts when I sit, so I stand for meals.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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