stand
Example Sentences
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“I already trusted Eugene as a writer and an actor, and as a good man who I could stand to spend time with.”
From Los Angeles Times
"When I was in the stands at Wembley, in March, I couldn't have imagined a situation where Isak wasn't going to be a hero for life in Newcastle," he said.
From BBC
As analysts tout their enthusiasm about tech stocks, the SEC seems less inclined to stand in the way.
From Barron's
On Friday, the stock bounced 5.3% in midday trading, as the disclosure of Blitzer’s purchase stood out in more ways than one.
From MarketWatch
“No need to stand there on one leg like a cormorant,” said Frank.
From Literature
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
