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as in endures
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I don't know how you can stand that job
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as in pays
to give what is owed for
I'll stand lunch, and you can pay me back later
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as in ranks
to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
if the city's baseball team wins today, they will stand first in the league
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Recent Examples of stands
Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 4 Feb. 2026
And thus Patty García stands alone on the Democratic primary ballot.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The number now stands at 141 homicides in 2025, according to data tracked by The Star, which includes fatal police shootings.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2026
Brooklyn’s latest losing streak now stands at two games, and the timing adds another layer.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026
According to Vivid Seats, the median entry price for retail tickets now stands at $7,497.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 4 Feb. 2026
Positioned between the East and West, Dubai stands as a compelling case study of how cities can take control of their future and become centers of global business, with world-class talent at the heart of their success.
—Abdulla Belhoul, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Its one-year fall now stands at more than 10%.
—Sean Conlon,yun Li,sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
The child stands, in response to his mother’s call, and turns toward her.
—Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
The beach offers plenty of parking and a wide range of amenities that put it among the best family beaches in Florida, including concession stands, picnic areas with grills, cabana rentals, beach wheelchairs, and kiteboard equipment rentals and lessons.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
For showing off jewelry, there are bracelet trees, ring dishes with creative designs, and classic jewelry stands.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2026
But as fans chant her name, forgoing halftime trips to concession stands and restrooms to watch her perform, Niu is filled with both gratitude and motivation.
—Alanis Thames, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
But as fans chant her name, foregoing halftime trips to concession stands and restrooms to watch her perform, Niu is filled with both gratitude and motivation.
—Alanis Thames, Twin Cities, 29 Jan. 2026
Think sports fans whose only food options at a game are at stands all operated by the same big concessionaire.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026
Make sure the label of commercial juice products says pasteurized, and be aware that juices from places like farmers' markets and fruit stands are often not pasteurized.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 26 Jan. 2026
Surrounded by rolling meadows, dense stands of pine, and sweeping mountain views, this secluded enclave offers a peaceful escape deeply connected to nature.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
Verb
Behind this philosophy stands the alchemy of glass itself.
—Sudhir Gupta, Rolling Stone, 4 Feb. 2026
And thus Patty García stands alone on the Democratic primary ballot.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The number now stands at 141 homicides in 2025, according to data tracked by The Star, which includes fatal police shootings.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 4 Feb. 2026
Brooklyn’s latest losing streak now stands at two games, and the timing adds another layer.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 4 Feb. 2026
According to Vivid Seats, the median entry price for retail tickets now stands at $7,497.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 4 Feb. 2026
Positioned between the East and West, Dubai stands as a compelling case study of how cities can take control of their future and become centers of global business, with world-class talent at the heart of their success.
—Abdulla Belhoul, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
Its one-year fall now stands at more than 10%.
—Sean Conlon,yun Li,sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
The child stands, in response to his mother’s call, and turns toward her.
—Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
Noun
Rising around them in all directions were stands of towering redwoods.
—Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
The beach offers plenty of parking and a wide range of amenities that put it among the best family beaches in Florida, including concession stands, picnic areas with grills, cabana rentals, beach wheelchairs, and kiteboard equipment rentals and lessons.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
For showing off jewelry, there are bracelet trees, ring dishes with creative designs, and classic jewelry stands.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2026
But as fans chant her name, forgoing halftime trips to concession stands and restrooms to watch her perform, Niu is filled with both gratitude and motivation.
—Alanis Thames, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
But as fans chant her name, foregoing halftime trips to concession stands and restrooms to watch her perform, Niu is filled with both gratitude and motivation.
—Alanis Thames, Twin Cities, 29 Jan. 2026
Think sports fans whose only food options at a game are at stands all operated by the same big concessionaire.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026
Make sure the label of commercial juice products says pasteurized, and be aware that juices from places like farmers' markets and fruit stands are often not pasteurized.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 26 Jan. 2026
Surrounded by rolling meadows, dense stands of pine, and sweeping mountain views, this secluded enclave offers a peaceful escape deeply connected to nature.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stands
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There is no efficient transport of material in-and-out of the core, and thus, most of the star’s interior never gets a chance to fuse simply because of its location.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
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While there is broad agreement that the nine-member presidential council should step aside after failing to make headway against gangs or oversee the organization of elections, consensus has broken down over what and who should replace it.—
JACQUELINE CHARLES MIAMI HERALD,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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Coaching that endures tends to center on helping people navigate real challenges, whether that means stabilizing a business, adapting to technological change or developing skills that translate into measurable outcomes.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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Just as Rome anchored a vast empire, character development anchors our understanding of why bright‑side leadership derails and why dark‑side leadership endures.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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And that gets you mad, which pays my bills.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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The bungalow is outfitted with a dishwasher and washer and dryer; Adams pays $2,340 in rent including utilities.—
Lina Abascal,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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Its off-road prowess ranks near the top for new stock SUVs, aided by a host of tech old (low-range four-wheel-drive) and new (360-degree cameras) alike.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
3 Feb. 2026
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Duncanville, a longtime member of the district and the defending 6A Division I state champion, ranks fifth in the state among 6A teams.—
Myah Taylor,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Supplying uniforms for different occasions, including the opening ceremony, as well as outdoor and indoor podiums, Li-Ning decked the pieces in fiery red or in different shades of blue.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Then 10 players were at podiums, and the rest of the players and coaching staff were sitting at tables.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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His house in Minneapolis sits between two neighborhoods stained by bloodshed where Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti were killed by federal immigration officers during a surge of immigration enforcement that has ignited outrage and protests across the country.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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The mansion, constructed in 1754, sits upon a 2,500-acre estate and is now owned by Robert Byng, a relative of the famous Admiral John Byng.—
Kayla Keegan,
PEOPLE,
1 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Planned Parenthood also accepts uninsured patients.—
Renuka Rayasam,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
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In Housemaid, recent ex-con Millie (Sydney Sweeney) accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Nina (Amanda Seyfried) and Andrew Winchester (Brandon Sklenar).—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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Dominic Sessa appears as her 24-year-old attorney, Kevin Eggers — while Ariana DeBose, Demi Lovato, and Octavia Spencer play women Amanda meets at a local shelter.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
4 Feb. 2026
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The class meets Monday nights for nearly three hours, which is a lot, even if your teacher is a high-profile coach who brings good guest speakers to class.—
Kevin Sherrington
Feb. 4,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Stands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stands. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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