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stand up

[stand-uhp] / ˈstændˌʌp /






















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As I have taught my three young sons: when you fall short, you stand up and take full responsibility.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 1, 2026

Carney, meanwhile, came to power last year by casting himself as the person best placed to steer Canada through the tumult of U.S. trade uncertainty and to stand up to Trump.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 26, 2026

Those who stand up for their ideals and principles without compromise, and seek to communicate them clearly, certainly won’t win every election, and they may well suffer for their convictions.

From Salon Aug. 23, 2026

He added: “And so to be able to stand up and say ‘Hey, it is not incompatible to be a Jewish leader and a progressive leader’ is something that clearly voters agreed with and embraced.”

From Slate Aug. 20, 2026

I take a deep breath and stand up straight again.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan




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