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standing

[stan-ding] / ˈstæn dɪŋ /




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He was a constant threat on Liverpool's left-flank, receiving a deserved standing ovation when he was substituted after 69 minutes.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

And the announced crowd of 18,145 at Crypto.com Arena made sure he knew that parting is such sweet sorrow, standing and cheering long after the game had ended.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

There’s also the matter of standing out to employers as the way of work changes.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

After the statement, a well-known photo of Donald Trump, Melania, Epstein, and Maxwell together at an event in the year 2000, standing close and looking awfully cozy, began to circulate online once again.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

When the door opened, Mr. Haber was standing there.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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