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upstanding

[uhp-stan-ding] / ʌpˈstæn dɪŋ /


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Local leaders and families are ordered to identify those they recognise as upstanding citizens.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

None of us gets out without doing some damage to someone else’s heart, no matter how upstanding we think we may be.

From Salon • Oct. 29, 2025

Philadelphia sports fans have a bit of a reputation for not always being the most upstanding of citizens.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2025

"This should be a zero tolerance policy," Yemm said, adding council powers should be bolstered so upstanding citizens could enjoy "peace and security" in their homes.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2025

Johnny, remembering the gawky, callow, but upstanding young leather-dresser of Fish Street, was surprised that anyone could value him so highly.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes




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