Synonyms of stands up

stands up

verb

present tense third-person singular of stand up

as in flies

to withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval

a hypothesis that won't stand up to close analysis

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flies
• works
• holds up
• holds water
• passes
• passes muster
• washes
• goes down
• goes over
• plays
• gets through
• goes through
• takes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of stands up

Sofia the First boasts a princess who is not demure, but instead loves adventure and stands up for what’s right. — Taylor Grothe, Parents, 4 July 2026

However, by the end of the film, Cameron finds his voice and stands up to his father, crashing the Ferrari through a glass window in the process. — Emma Urdangen, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026

Midway through the proceedings, one of Paul’s friends stands up. — Zinzi Clemmons, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026

In the video, Jessie, who is wearing a blue bikini, puts one foot on her husband's thigh and the other on his shoulder, hooking it around his neck, and stands up steadily while flashing her arm muscles at the camera. — Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026

Every generation stands up to serve. — CBS News, 24 May 2026

The juicy dark meat stands up to the creaminess of the sauce. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026

Flowering in vibrant red, purple, or pink blooms (depending on the species), beebalm stands up to four feet tall, making a statement at the back of beds and borders. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 May 2026

Ivan Reitman One of the most beloved movies of all time, the original Ghostbusters still stands up as the best in the series … by far. — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2026