stand

Used to acknowledge that one's previous statement or action was incorrect.

• I stand corrected; I thought the meeting was at 10 AM, but it's actually at 2 PM.

Used to indicate that something is obvious or logical based on the available facts.

• Since all the flights are delayed, it stands to reason that we'll arrive late as well.

to challenge or overturn an established idea, belief, or system, often by presenting new information or a different perspective.

• This new study has completely stood our understanding of the issue on its head.

A phrase historically used by highway robbers when stopping a vehicle, typically a horse-drawn carriage, to demand valuables from the occupants.

• “Stand and deliver!” the highwayman shouted at the carriage.

To remain popular, strong, or effective after a long period; to prove to be lasting and of high quality.

• The plot of this movie is simple, but its themes have stood the test of time.

Describes something that can be done very easily.

• For this experienced chef, making this dish is like standing on their head.

To be independent and self-reliant, able to support oneself without depending on others for basic necessities.

• After graduating from college, he decided to move out and learn to stand on his own two feet.

To have a clear understanding of one's own opinion, position, or situation regarding something.

• In these negotiations, we must know where we stand in order to effectively advocate for our rights.

To publicly express one's opinion or position, especially when it may be unpopular or risky.

• In this crucial vote, we need everyone to stand up and be counted.

To behave in a very formal and polite manner, often unnecessarily so.

• Please don't stand on ceremony, just tell me what you think.

To have success or failure determined entirely by something; to depend entirely on something.

• The company's future will stand or fall by the success of their new product.

To provide a sum of money to a court as a temporary guarantee that someone will appear for trial, allowing their release from custody.

• He needs someone to stand bail for him before he can leave the jail.

To maintain one's position or beliefs in the face of opposition or challenge; to refuse to yield or compromise.

• During the intense debate, she stood her ground, refusing to budge an inch.

To insist on being treated with the respect one believes is due, often acting in a proud or formal way.

• Even in informal settings, he stands on his dignity, demanding everyone address him as 'Sir'.

To intensely dislike someone or something to the point of being unable to bear seeing them.

• After their last argument, he can't stand the sight of her anymore.

to hinder, obstruct, or impede the progress or actions of someone or something

• I won't stand in the way of your dreams, even if it means you have to move far away.

An exclamation historically used by highway robbers to demand that their victims halt and surrender their valuables.

• The masked man suddenly jumped in front of the carriage, shouting, "Stand and deliver!"

To use only your hands, or your head and hands, to support your body, while your feet are pointed upwards.

• She practices standing on her hands every morning to strengthen her core.

Considering a situation based on someone's particular perspective, experiences, beliefs, or responsibilities.

• From where the boss stands, cutting expenses is necessary, but from where the employees stand, it could mean layoffs.

To maintain a firm position or conviction; to be resolute and unyielding.

• Despite facing immense pressure, she stood fast and refused to compromise.