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Recent Examples of Synonyms for standing off
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The three governments have turned to Russia as a major security ally after turning back from Western allies.
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With an eye on climate goals, countries are turning back to nuclear energy to meet their energy demands without releasing carbon into the atmosphere.
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Fracturing politics So far, Britain’s increasingly fractured political landscape has benefited Reform UK, as people have felt increasingly confident turning away from the country’s two major parties – Labour and the Conservatives.
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Officers doubled over coughing after turning away from the smoke.
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Hanging Lake Trail in Glenwood Canyon CBS The project, led by a partnership of federal, state and local organizations, was designed to create a trail capable of withstanding future disasters while preserving the experience that has made Hanging Lake one of Colorado's most popular destinations.
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Traditional materials capable of withstanding these conditions are dense, which hurts fuel economy.
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These stunning, resilient shrub roses are bred to thrive in heat and humidity, resisting related diseases.
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He was arrested for arson, resisting/delaying/obstructing firefighters, and parole hold.
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Widely hailed as the GOAT by former record-holder Klose, opposing coaches, and his teammates, Messi continues to perform at an elite level, adapting his game with superior soccer IQ.
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This makes the shows exempt from the equal-time rule, which requires equal opportunities for opposing political candidates on non-news programming.
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“Standing off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standing%20off. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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