stand-in

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Instead, the metric is where they stand in absolute terms — based mostly on testing conducted in the 11th grade.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Appearing last month in Sherman Oaks, she said she would not, as mayor, stand in the way of council members who are looking to create new no-camping zones in their districts.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Sir Keir Starmer has told supporters this weekend he will stand in any Labour leadership contest that is triggered.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 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

I moved over to stand in front of my window without making any move to open it.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin