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stood

Pronunciation: [stʊd]

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Learn how to use stood in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical position”

(verb) to be in an upright position on your feet. When someone is standing, their body is straight up and down, not sitting or lying down.

Example

She stood by the door while waiting for her friend.

Example

He didn't stand during the presentation; he sat at his desk instead.

Example

Where did you stand during the group photo?

Context: “opinion or belief”

(verb) to have a certain belief or position about something. It’s like when you say what you think about a topic or what you support.

Example

He stood for what he believed in, even when it was hard.

Example

She didn’t stand against the unfair rules; she simply accepted them.

Example

What do you stand for in your community?

Context: “result or situation”

(verb) to remain in a particular state or condition. It's about how things are and can mean that something stays the same.

Example

The plan stood as a good idea for many years.

Example

The old statue didn't stand the test of time and crumbled.

Example

How long will the rules stand before they change?

How to pronounce stood

Pronunciation: [stʊd]

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