as in to keep (to)
to give steadfast support to
no matter how much people object, I will stand by my decision
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Recent Examples of stand by
Gary Grumbach, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
Scroll below for the women’s pajama sets our editors stand by (and sleep in).
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2025
Helen Regan, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
The oversized blazer Boxy suit jackets have become fashion-industry standbys.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The White House has stood by its decisions to send in National Guard troops.
—Gary Grumbach, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
Scroll below for the women’s pajama sets our editors stand by (and sleep in).
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
Local district offices will facilitate temporary shelters, while emergency police, fire and medical crews are on full standby.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
The oversized blazer Boxy suit jackets have become fashion-industry standbys.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand by
Noun
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Based on his observations around Whitefish Point, Lynn said captains have a greater willingness to drop anchor and wait out a storm rather than risking it and powering through.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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It's been 50 years since Good Morning America's co-anchors first began helping viewers all across the country start their days.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Technology is another pillar of OACEUS's success, serving as the backbone that connects every aspect of its health ecosystem.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The tourism industry, the backbone of Jamaica’s economy, is watching closely.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The 84-year-old former mainstay in Republican politics died from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease, according to a statement obtained by Fox News Digital.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Opening acts included bluegrass mainstay Sam Bush, alongside rising stars Lindsay Lou and Holly Bowling.—
Garret K. Woodward,
Rolling Stone,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Penn State researchers noted some limitations to their study, such as the relatively small sample size of responses and the study’s reliance mostly on one AI model, ChatGPT 4o.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
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Specifically, the report pointed to its focus on apparel, its reliance on wholesale and its traction with women shoppers and consumers under 35 — areas that are all seen as important to growing very big businesses.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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India was the last of the four teams to qualify for the semifinals, but then beat defending champion and seven-time winner Australia by five wickets to reach the final.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Expect this team to defend at a high level and showcase the versatility to challenge anyone in the league — with a top-three ACC finish well within reach.—
The Athletic College Basketball Staff,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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Support for late value form became a pillar of the climate politics of the Biden administration.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Ice Climb Grand Island’s Trout Bay Michigan’s ice climbing capital offers more than 100 routes, from beginner WI2 pillars to expert WI6 curtains.—
Outside,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Stand by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stand%20by. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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