stands

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Big, serious-minded, aggressive stands for robust constitutional protection of individual rights, even the individual rights of accused criminals, are rare commodities.

From Slate • Jul. 1, 2026

These changes have been impressive to witness in real time and what really stands out is that Deschamps has retained a level of fluidity while adapting the system.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Japan Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said the government stands ready to take appropriate action in the FX market that could be “decisive.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

And it stands to reason if you sit less, you don’t have to put in as many steps.

From Barron's • Jun. 27, 2026

If there’s a threat to our family, he stands up to it.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy