stand for
Example Sentences
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Political parties aren't just about what colour your banner or tie is, but what you believe in and stand for.
From BBC
“A Nobel Prize can neither be revoked, shared, nor transferred to others. Once the announcement has been made, the decision stands for all time,” the Nobel Peace Prize center said in a Jan. 9 statement.
From Salon
"The decision is final and stands for all time."
From BBC
"It quickly became clear that there was significant support for me to stand for the leadership," he added, saying support ran across all levels of the UUP.
From BBC
They stand for as many as eight hours a day in front of an antique press, printing custom cards, invitations and stationery.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
