stand-in

Example Sentences

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For the Bulls, who lost to Glasgow in the 2024 final, either Leinster or Stormers stand in the way of a maiden URC title, having joined the competition in 2021.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

In a recent note, she wrote of Morgan Stanley and Goldman stocks: “Better not to stand in the way” as a “valuation-driven short case” may not hold up.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Visitors can stand in line to view a replica of the Oval Office as it appeared during the Obama era at the White House.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

There’s little clarity about where things stand in college athletics right now, let alone where they’re going.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

He asks me if I want to stand in the lacquered box while he jabs swords at it.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein