make a stand
Example Sentences
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If they are willing to make a stand, there is plenty of work to do, he added.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2025
"There are times in your life when you need to actually make a stand for something – we are talking about our future here."
From BBC • Dec. 9, 2024
Robert Hanus, another of the vigil’s attendees said, that everybody should come together to make a stand against the attack.
From Washington Times • Dec. 22, 2023
“I just want to make a stand for the next person,” said Logan, interrupted by a supportive honk and wave from a neighbor driving by.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2023
The only three people in the district who could make a stand like this.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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