not stand for
Example Sentences
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“They did not stand for it, which is silly because, I mean, San Francisco is so tech-forward.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
After more than 10 years as one of the two Greenland MPs in Denmark's parliament, Chemnitz will not stand for re-election in Denmark's March 24 legislative elections.
From Barron's ● Mar. 8, 2026
“I do not stand for hate or violence or discrimination.”
From Salon ● Feb. 12, 2026
“I deeply apologize to anyone who was offended by my actions as I do not stand for any form of racism, bigotry or hate of another group of people.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 18, 2025
As she spoke, Lucy turned crimson, though it was only momentarily, for her poor wasted veins could not stand for long such an unwonted drain to the head.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
