stands
Example Sentences
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"The US stands ready and prepared to help do whatever we can to help facilitate the end of this war, and hopefully the opportunity will present itself at some point," Rubio said.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
And the thing about Miles that really stands out, I think, is that he was always willing to risk losing his audience in order to keep moving forward.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
That stands in contrast to much of the country, where many homes remain priced far above what local buyers can afford.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
"The entire nation stands in solidarity with the people of Balochistan in this hour of grief," he added.
From BBC • May 24, 2026
Fleetwood stands, grumbling, and shuffles to the bar.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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