stands

Example Sentences

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If Starmer or another candidate stands against him, then the Labour Party’s 300,000 members must choose the winner, a process that could take months to play out.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

On a weekday afternoon in Japan, John Deng stands near the playground, listening to other children play and laugh.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Plus the Angels’ shirtless fans in the stands are screaming at owner Arte Moreno to “Sell The Team!”

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Their operation stands to make a real change.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

I blow on a spoonful of soup while Andre stands to make his announcement.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller