stand for

Example Sentences

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"We will not allow an act of violence to have the last word, especially during a year when we are reflecting on the 250th anniversary of America and everything we stand for."

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“I believe in this deeply. I stand behind it. I stand for it.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

A promise for what this country strives to stand for.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

He will be succeeded by William Jackson, who will join the company as a nonexecutive director on July 1 and will stand for election at the annual general meeting to be held on July 15.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

However, this “law” can hardly have dictated his choice of green to stand for the girl’s psyche.

From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson