stand pat

Example Sentences

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The Fed will stand pat to see how it all sorts out.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

The dollar remained slightly stronger after Fed Chair Powell signaled that the central bank is likely to stand pat on interest rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Last season, the Rams thought their young and talented pass rush could compensate for their decision not to stand pat with the cornerbacks and safeties from the 2024 season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

It will be difficult for the Fed to stand pat.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

His coolness under a withering fire of invective restored me to normal and enabled me to stand pat.

From Seeds of Pine by Canuck, Janey