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Past tense for to get to one's feet
“They stand up when anyone enters or leaves a room or office. They stand up to introduce themselves and stand up in the presence of subordinates and senior personnel alike.”
Past tense for to last or endure in the face of difficulty
“Reformers and leaders had tried and failed to find a way for the nation to stand up in the face of imperial and colonial aggression.”
Past tense for to be able to hold up against scrutiny
“Whether the allegations against her will stand up in court remains to be seen.”
Past tense for to stand erect or upright
Past tense for to be consistent with expectation
Past tense for to stand, or cause to stand, upright
Past tense for to assume or take responsibility (of a role, position or responsibility)
Past tense for to lift or move to a vertical position
Past tense for to rise or stand erect, like bristles
Past tense for to bristle, protrude or point up
Past tense for to be, or to appear to be, taller than the surrounding landscape
Past tense for to pop out or push up, such as from a surface
(of an action or remark) Past tense for to be accepted without scrutiny
Past tense for to awaken from sleep
Past tense for to meet or exceed a particular standard
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