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Definition stand up for in American English

stand up for phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to defend someone or something that is being criticized or attacked

Example

You have to stand up for what you believe in.

Example

I learned how to stand up for myself early on in life.

Example

The only crime they've ever committed is to stand up for their rights.

Synonyms and related words
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Definition stand up for in American English