stand for

Example Sentences

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“Our union was very small, and it was very difficult for us to stand for what we believe in,” Galan-Jaramillo said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

Netflix said Hastings has decided not stand for re-election to its board so he can focus on philanthropy and other pursuits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

"All they stand for is anger, hatred, and destruction," roared a hoarse Viktor Orban.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 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

There was some one-inch-wide aluminum tubing under the back porch that Dad had brought home from the mine to make a stand for Mom’s bird feeders.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam