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Definition stand against in British English

stand against phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to oppose someone or something, especially in a brave or determined way

Example

We must stand against the evil forces that are threatening our country.

Synonyms and related words
oppose go against have/have got against
2

to take part in an election as a candidate (=someone who people vote for) to try to defeat another candidate

Example

He had stood against her in the party elections of 1977.

Synonyms and related words
campaign canvass run
Definition stand against in British English