Stand Up (Verb)
Meaning 1
Defend against attack or criticism; "He stood up for his friend"; "She stuck up for the teacher who was accused of harassing the student".
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Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
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Meaning 2
Rise to one's feet; "The audience got up and applauded".
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Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
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Meaning 3
Rise up as in fear; "The dog's fur bristled"; "It was a sight to make one's hair uprise!".
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Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
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Meaning 4
Put into an upright position; "Can you stand the bookshelf up?".
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Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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Meaning 5
Be standing; be upright; "We had to stand for the entire performance!".
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Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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Meaning 6
Refuse to back down; remain solid under criticism or attack.
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Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.