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- See:
- stand
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phrase |
| definition 1: |
to symbolize or represent.
"ATM" stands for "Automated Teller Machine."In the equation, the letters stand for numbers.As a politician, he wanted his name to stand for lasting reform.- synonyms:
- represent, signify, symbolize
- similar words:
- denote, designate, express, mean
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| definition 2: |
to tolerate.
How can we continue to stand for such injustice?She won't stand for that kind of disruptive behavior in her classroom.- synonyms:
- consent to, tolerate
- similar words:
- accept, approve of, countenance, permit, sanction
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| related words: |
token, typify |
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