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as in defending
to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections
determined to uphold her views in the face of all challenges
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as in sustaining
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
an entablature upheld by a series of gracefully slender columns
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as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
worshippers upheld their joined hands and sang the praises of the Lord
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Recent Examples of upholding
Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Together, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of respect, safety, and integrity for all participants, staff, and stakeholders.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
These convictions demonstrate the professionalism and dedication of Yosemite’s protection team in upholding federal regulations and ensuring the safety of both visitors and first responders.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
Barton said that Tractor Supply has effectively controlled product costs while upholding its promise of everyday low pricing, delivering consistently affordable products without depending on promotional sales.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Oct. 2025
In an interview celebrating the show's 60th anniversary with PEOPLE last year, Murphy credited the fans for upholding the show's beloved legacy.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2025
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority dealt another blow to transgender rights in June by upholding Tennessee's state ban.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
These words were from a federal law enforcement agency, the same agency that had been responsible for upholding slavery through the Fugitive Slave Act.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Supreme Court weighs constitutionality of conversation therapy ban Months after upholding a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, the Supreme Court is once again hearing arguments about LGBTQ+ rights that could have major ramifications on young people.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
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His choices force Mickey to constantly balance protecting her family with upholding the law.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Together, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of respect, safety, and integrity for all participants, staff, and stakeholders.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
These convictions demonstrate the professionalism and dedication of Yosemite’s protection team in upholding federal regulations and ensuring the safety of both visitors and first responders.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
Barton said that Tractor Supply has effectively controlled product costs while upholding its promise of everyday low pricing, delivering consistently affordable products without depending on promotional sales.
—Hadley Hitson, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Oct. 2025
In an interview celebrating the show's 60th anniversary with PEOPLE last year, Murphy credited the fans for upholding the show's beloved legacy.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2025
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority dealt another blow to transgender rights in June by upholding Tennessee's state ban.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
These words were from a federal law enforcement agency, the same agency that had been responsible for upholding slavery through the Fugitive Slave Act.
—Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
Supreme Court weighs constitutionality of conversation therapy ban Months after upholding a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, the Supreme Court is once again hearing arguments about LGBTQ+ rights that could have major ramifications on young people.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upholding
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Together, we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of respect, safety, and integrity for all participants, staff, and stakeholders.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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They're grounded enough to treat everyone — from the CEO to the front desk — with the same respect.—
Jessica Neal,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Lakers tied the Detroit Pistons for the second-most wins in the NBA (eight) behind only the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder (10-1), but that wasn’t the only good news the team got on Monday.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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While repeatedly defending his journalists, Davie did not directly address the threat of the lawsuit during his all-staff call this morning.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
11 Nov. 2025
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Freedom of the Press Under the Current Administration — Presented by the Golden Globe Foundation, this session brings together journalists and advocates defending freedom of the press and the essential role of truth in sustaining democracy.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
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According to authorities, the typhoon has already had devastating impacts on many parts of Luzon — the Philippines’ most populous island — sustaining winds of 185 kph (115 mph) and gusts of up to 230 kph (143 mph).—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
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That approach may make early movements feel more controlled, like lifting a car seat or getting in and out of the driver’s side without bracing a hand on the door.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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This leads the pair to head to Florida over the holidays in hopes of lifting the dog’s spirits.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Nov. 2025
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Judges also review arbitration awards with a high degree of deference, meaning the side that loses the arbitration is often disincentivized to petition a judge to vacate the award.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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Heneghan and Peng’s approach was one of visual deference.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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As competitors resolve technical issues and new entrants pursue next-generation propulsion technologies, GE faces mounting pressure to invest heavily in R & D while maintaining its recent well-above-average margins.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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While maintaining a healthy weight plays a role in mitigating cardiovascular and diabetes risk, the measurement alone overlooks the importance of muscle as a predictor of healthy aging and longevity.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
10 Nov. 2025
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In 2016, as the Commonwealth moved to censure the Maldives, New Delhi provided diplomatic cover by making the case for engagement over sanctions and supporting the Maldives’ preemptive withdrawal from the organization.—
MUHIB RAHMAN,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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Please consider supporting local journalism and getting unlimited digital access.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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It is measured in the millions of students striving for opportunity—most of them raising children, working jobs, serving in uniform, or making rent and mortgage payments with other bills competing for their attention.—
Yolanda Watson Spiva,
Fortune,
8 Nov. 2025
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One person might earn more while the other contributes in different but equally meaningful ways, like managing the home, raising kids and planning for the future.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Upholding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upholding. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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