stand

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“That’s one way we stand out from all the other archival brands,” Liu says.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Much of the chatter never moves past a relatively small, dishy circle of political gossips because the supposed misdeeds, while titillating, can’t stand up to rigorous scrutiny.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

She would lead Wales for nine years before opting to stand down shortly after Rhian Wilkinson took charge of the national side in 2024.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“We were very explicit that that was a one-time situational returning member program, and I stand by that.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

I stand straighter and examine my reflection, pleased that it fits me perfectly, like it was designed for me.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam