stand tall

phrase

: to exhibit courage, strength, or calm especially in the face of adversity

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Maryanne Pittman, the foundation’s director of public programs, will lead an exercise in drawing oaks, focusing on some of the region’s endemic oaks that stand tall at the foundation’s headquarters. — Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 The vibrant heels stood tall on a traditional stiletto heel measuring around 4 inches. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026 Then, the Cowboys stood tall defensively in the final minute with multiple prevent stops. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Oct. 2026 For more than 1,000 years, the towering coastal redwoods at this natural reserve near Guerneville have stood tall, providing shade and tranquility. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stand tall

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“Stand tall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stand%20tall. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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