stand up to
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It would be much better if it didn’t have to get that far, but we do still have a robust and independent judiciary that has been willing to stand up to nonsense.
From Slate ● Oct. 29, 2026
Back at Hollywood Forever, she told the audience she likes “Carrie” because it reminds viewers to stand up to bullies and because it celebrates the world’s weirdos.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026
Egotism reigns in our modern world, and only those brave enough to stand up to it can impede its rule.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
In his BBC interview, Burnham also said he was "of course" confident that his own interactions with City's owners as Greater Manchester mayor would stand up to scrutiny.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
And as if everyone in the gymnasium has set their eyes on the little, bright diamond, they all stand up to cheer.
From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi
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