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upheld

[uhp-held] / ʌpˈhɛld /
ADJECTIVE
supported
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The case brought together civil libertarians and gun rights advocates, who said millions of Americans could face criminal charges if the government’s view is upheld.

From Los Angeles Times

The Times has now reported that some complaints against Adams were upheld, but others were rejected.

From BBC

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia upheld a tax court judgment against Murrin last fall.

From MarketWatch

Freemasons will not appeal a High Court ruling that upheld a Metropolitan Police policy requiring officers and staff to declare membership of the organisation.

From BBC

In a statement the college said Ashby and Holland's behaviour had been "completely at odds with the core values and high standards upheld by everyone at Plumpton College".

From BBC