Synonyms of standing up

standing up

verb

present participle of stand up

as in flying

to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval

a hypothesis that won't stand up to close analysis

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flying
• holding up
• working
• holding water
• passing muster
• passing
• going over
• going down
• going through
• getting through
• washing
• playing
• taking

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of standing up

The institutional Democratic Party sees itself as standing up for the little guy. — Gilad Edelman, The Atlantic, 19 July 2026

Although in American sports, this level of candour from superstar players standing up for themselves is less unusual. — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 14 July 2026

Not just that, some even ate standing up because there weren’t enough seats. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 July 2026

Again, that is unsurprising given the greater ease in sitting down and standing up from these models. — Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Keep bathroom conditions in mind Art displayed in the bathroom should be capable of standing up to moisture and humidity. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

Our reputation in the world restored, with Britain once again standing up for decency, respect and the rule of law. — Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026

Third base coach Dino Ebel waved home Ryan Ward, who scored standing up. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026

The stakes are high, and the press corps is standing up to meet the moment. — Ben Smith, semafor.com, 15 June 2026