upstanding

Example Sentences

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

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

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

As is the case in these mysteries, the upstanding citizens are propped up by a whole lot of lowlifes, but few as fearsome as Scott Shepherd’s chilly construction manager, Allen Murphy.

From Salon • Sep. 23, 2025

"Let us be clear, we will not tolerate the portraits of upstanding public servants, and Democratic Unionists, being damaged in our city hall."

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2024

“Now, now, children,” he said, “what are two upstanding young creatures like yourselves doing in a place like this?”

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee