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'stand' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'stand' with 20 example sentences.

stand noun

: a support or foundation

: the position where a thing or person stands

: a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area

: a small table for holding articles of various kinds

: a support for displaying ot holding various articles

: an interruption of normal activity

: a mental position from which things are viewed

: a booth where articles are displayed for sale

: a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance

: tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)

: a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air

: a defensive effort

stand verb

: be standing; be upright

: be in some specified state or condition

: occupy a place or location, also metaphorically

: hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright

: put up with something or somebody unpleasant

: have or maintain a position or stand on an issue

: remain inactive or immobile

: be in effect; be or remain in force

: be tall; have a height of; copula

: put into an upright position

: withstand the force of something

: be available for stud services

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  • Stand up and introduce yourself, please.
  • A bunch of people were standing outside waiting.
  • I can't stand people who yell at their children.
  • What's your stand on the death penalty?
  • I can't stand the smell of cigarette smoke.
  • I will stand by you, no matter what.
  • The queen stood beside the king.
  • He was standing at the top of the mountain.
  • A stranger is standing in front of the house.
  • The job offer still stands.
  • Don't stand in front of me.
  • I could stand to lose a few pounds.
  • I can't stand the sight of blood.
  • The wardrobe stood to the left of the door.
  • I was standing next to him.
  • I could no longer keep standing.
  • He needs to learn how to stand up for himself.
  • Is it true that horses sleep while standing up?
  • I can't stand that noise any longer.
  • I like summer, but I can't stand the heat.

    • Words related to 'stand'

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