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stand up

[stand-uhp] / ˈstændˌʌp /






















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It’s the sort of line that doesn’t stand up to an unkind reading.

From Salon Aug. 30, 2026

"This is simply a case that does not stand up to any scrutiny at all."

From BBC Aug. 25, 2026

Raman said the bureau was a starting point that could one day lead to a department, which she said would be expensive and take a long time to stand up.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 23, 2026

He added: “And so to be able to stand up and say ‘Hey, it is not incompatible to be a Jewish leader and a progressive leader’ is something that clearly voters agreed with and embraced.”

From Slate Aug. 20, 2026

Jonathan helped Abby stand up and placed her walker in position.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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