upstanding

Example Sentences

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Local leaders and families are ordered to identify those they recognise as upstanding citizens.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Philadelphia sports fans have a bit of a reputation for not always being the most upstanding of citizens.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2025

Jim Palmer, an upstanding and righteous pitcher and broadcaster, may understand the hypocrisy of baseball’s new embrace of gambling, but it’s still a narrow issue for him.

From Salon • Jun. 13, 2025

"This should be a zero tolerance policy," Yemm said, adding council powers should be bolstered so upstanding citizens could enjoy "peace and security" in their homes.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2025

Even though all the regulars are hard-core old-time hustlers, Small’s carries on as an upstanding, respectable place.

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz