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[stand] / stænd /






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Angelenos enjoyed a special unannounced guest, Aimee Mann, who re-created her ethereal backup vocals on 1987’s “Time Stand Still,” Rush’s finest balance of song craft and chops.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Industry group Stand with Crypto gave Menefee an “A” rating and Green an “F” due to their stances on the industry.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Stand out in a sea of stretchy polos and soulless chinos with attire that marries the look of nostalgic golf style with modern flourishes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The trio were known for blending the UK garage sound popular at the time with R&B melodies, scoring hits such as Why, Scandalous and One Night Stand.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

"You had better explain to her. Stand on the battlements and explain the mistake."

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White




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