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standing by

ADJECTIVE
on call
Synonyms
WEAK
accessible at hand at one's beck and call at one's disposal at one's fingertip available handy night call on alert on deck on-the-spot prepared within reach

Example Sentences

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Nomadic Aviation Group, his company, had been standing by for months as Spirit teetered closer to the brink.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

So far, so good in my household, but we have a long road ahead — and I will be standing by like the tow-truck guy, ready to help if there are accidents.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

"We saw on social media that people are talking about the war in Iran," Marcel said, standing by his motorcycle.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

So the quiet act of solidarity by an ordinary father standing by his daughter has struck a chord online, drawing millions of views and widespread praise.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

I’m standing by the door to Ms. Washington's room, looking down the long hallway toward the cafeteria.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner