stand for

Example Sentences

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Netanyahu had previously said he would stand for re-election in the vote, scheduled to be held by late October.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

There has not yet been a leadership challenge but speaking on the the BBC's Any Questions programme on Thursday, Burnham indicated strongly that he would stand for leader.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 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

Elizebeth and William knew enough about cryptography to guess that “V” might stand for “E,” the most common letter in the English language.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield