take a stand
Example Sentences
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“Sometimes a girl has to take a stand,” I explained in a serious whisper.
From Literature
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The pair recruited allies to pass out the pins at Golden Globes pre-parties, asking stars if they would be willing to wear the small pins to take a stand during the awards ceremony.
From Salon
If they take a stand against antisemitism, their organization could be weakened and friends could turn their backs.
In a September letter, nine associations representing retailers and restaurants begged Congress to take a stand on rounding.
Nicholls led demonstrators through the parking lot and into the store, where she read aloud the letter asking Home Depot to take a stand against raids.
From Los Angeles Times
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