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stands for

VERB

signify, mean

Synonyms

STRONGEST

exemplify imply represent suggest symbolize

WEAK

answer for appear for betoken denote indicate symbol

VERB

endure, bear

Synonyms

WEAK

abide allow bear with brook cope countenance experience handle hang on hold last live with put up with resign oneself to stay the course stomach submit suffer support sustain swallow take tolerate undergo wear weather withstand

Antonyms

WEAK

disobey forget overlook

Example Sentences

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The WISeR program — which stands for Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction — is a CMS pilot program that introduced AI-driven prior authorization to traditional Medicare beneficiaries in six states earlier this year.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

“S” is for sizing up the situation, including addressing wounds and determining how to hide, “V” means value living in that doing so might require enduring discomfort, and “L” stands for learning the basics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Bethany is one of a growing number of people documenting their experiences on social media, using the hashtag TSW, which stands for topical steroid withdrawal.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

“Atomic Dragons,” wrapping April 4 with a closing-day symposium of nuclear experts, is the work of SWANS, which stands for Slow War Against the Nuclear State.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

When a ship is ready to sail, it flies a blue flag with a white square that stands for the letter P—blue peter.

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg