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STAND BY

(verb)
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There are 3 meanings of the phrase Stand By.

Stand By - as a verb

Not act or do anything

Example: "He just stood by when the police beat up the demonstrators"

Be available or ready for a certain function or service

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stick aboutstick around

Be loyal to

Example: "She stood by her husband in times of trouble"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adhere10stick11stick by

Example Sentences

"I will stand by you no matter what."
"We must stand by our principles and not waver."
"The ambassador assured the country that their allies would stand by them."
"She promised to stand by her decision, no matter the consequences."
"It's important to stand by those who need our support."
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