stood
Pronunciation: [stʊd]
Word
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?
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