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What does stand tall mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word stand tall? Here's what it means.

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  1. (idiomatic) To behave in a brave, proud, or unyielding manner, without retreating from confrontation, danger, or adversity.
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The tree should stand tall, straight and proud and the branches should be even and thickly covered.
And you have to be aware of the past. It's only by reaching down to your roots that you can stand tall like a tree.
We must take the step that will make it possible for this Parliament to stand tall and stand legitimate with a proper scheme on a common salary and a common, defensible and transparent expenses regime.
In an aggressive situation we stand tall and square our shoulders, just like other mammals.
Finally, the RCMP must learn to stand tall in its interaction with its stakeholders.
Tuesday's Throne Speech touched on many topics, including the need for Canada to stand tall in the western hemisphere.

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