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“I wish I could do the whole thing,” said Joe Hernandez of Pasadena, wistfully standing by.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

"I don't think anybody should be a part of it, I think you're just showing that you're standing by it," said Celine.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

So far, so good in my household, but we have a long road ahead — and I will be standing by like the tow-truck guy, ready to help if there are accidents.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

"We saw on social media that people are talking about the war in Iran," Marcel said, standing by his motorcycle.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

They were in the schoolyard and he was standing by the door to the kitchen.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri




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