stand for

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Alexander told the BBC he hadn’t missed “the game of politics” or the “brutality of social media” but had been asked to stand for re-election by local party members.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 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

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

“In the first place I’m too young and in the second place I wouldn’t stand for it.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith