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[stand] / stænd /






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“Like last year, we won’t back down. We will stand with Mayor Bass, the County Board of Supervisors, and housing providers to fight these attacks.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The President’s decision to stand down as the U.S. and Iran finalize a peace plan helped lift all of the major indexes in afternoon trading.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Four destinations stand out from the travel-search provider’s data, he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The smoky cucumber salad offers a refreshing contrast, while the pork belly rice bowl is rich and satisfying enough to stand as a meal on its own.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

And one bold enough to stand on the Barteljorisstraat after curfew?

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom




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