uphold
Usage
What are other ways to say uphold?
To uphold applies especially to supporting or backing another, as in a statement, opinion, or belief: to uphold the rights of a minority. To support is to hold up or add strength to, literally or figuratively: The columns support the roof. To maintain is to support so as to preserve intact: to maintain an attitude of defiance. To sustain, a rather elevated word, suggests completeness and adequacy in supporting: The court sustained his claim.
Example Sentences
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"We recognise World Boxing's responsibility to uphold safety and fairness in competition, and we appreciate the professional and rigorous manner in which this matter was handled."
From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026
“When the government prosecutes antitrust violations, the goal should be to uphold the law, lower prices, and protect consumers and small businesses,” Klobuchar said in the statement.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
I will uphold his wishes, but if I outlive him and there’s no agreement in place, I would likely give little to nothing to his children because they are irresponsible spendthrifts.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026
“Going forward, Laopu intends to uphold gross profit margin above 40% and reinforce premium brand positioning through its 2-3 times of price adjustment per year,” the analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026
You certainly wouldn’t expect them to uphold their 80 percent clip.
From "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" by Steven D. Levitt
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
