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upstanding

[uhp-stan-ding] / ʌpˈstæn dɪŋ /


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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

As is the case in these mysteries, the upstanding citizens are propped up by a whole lot of lowlifes, but few as fearsome as Scott Shepherd’s chilly construction manager, Allen Murphy.

From Salon Sep. 23, 2025

"Please be upstanding for the world's most confusing House of Games contestant and Bake Off failure, Self Esteem!"

From BBC Apr. 18, 2025

But being active, upstanding members of the congregation mattered to his mother’s family.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny




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