stand on

Example Sentences

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Samuelson urged her colleagues to stand strong: “There are times when you need courage; stand on principle even if you stand alone.”

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

When you’re an employee-journalist at the money-losing news division of a conglomerate in need of government approval for a major transaction, you can stand on principle and make a fuss, and that’s fine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

At Besiktas Park on Wednesday, Emery will stand on the touchline for his sixth Europa League final in 12 years.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Wherever you’re headed from Monte Carlo, it’s worth a quick stop to admire the twin Route 66 Rio Grande markers that stand on either side of the nearby bridge.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The chill rising off of them caught in his chest and made the hairs on the back of his neck stand on end.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny