something that can be used in an emergency etc | He pushed back his chair and stood up; Some people like to stand up when the National Anthem is played |
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to be a candidate for election to | The police are standing by in case of trouble |
As matters stand, we can do nothing to help; How do you stand financially? to be in a particular state, condition or situation.
26to support; to stay loyal to | I couldn't just stand by while he was hitting the child |
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to put in a particular position, especially upright |