stand still
Example Sentences
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Spielberg believes the Earth can stand still again, and that this time, we can get it right.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
"If South Korea were to pursue nuclear armament, do you really think Japan would stand still? Or Taiwan?" he said.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
She is no longer in the workforce, her long-term plans remain uncertain, and time — particularly regarding savings and pensions — does not stand still.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026
Even the most meticulous definitions are temporary guides to a language that refuses to stand still.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
“Sutton and Briggs don’t have the patience, and Tanner can’t stand still long enough to do anything with his hands. My dad’s got his other jobs today, so he told me to do this.”
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
