stand

Example Sentences

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Markets that had been panicking recovered once they knew the Fed would stand behind them.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

His supporters want Starmer to lay out a timetable for his departure that allows Burnham to return to parliament and stand.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Multiple MPs - including Afzal Khan and Jeff Smith - have denied preparing to stand down to allow Burnham to attempt to return to Parliament.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Initially, Erickson denied on the stand ever asking Grossman what happened.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Renn crunched through the snow to stand beside him.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver