stand for

Example Sentences

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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

On Monday, Grossman’s husband, Dr. Peter Grossman, took the witness stand for a second day.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

A promise for what this country strives to stand for.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

"When people don't know who you are, and what you stand for, they don't vote for you."

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“Colonel, I’m not going to stand for it any more,” he declared with vehement determination, and watched in dismay as Colonel Korn went trotting by up the steps without even noticing him.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller