can't stand
cannot put up with
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I can't stand the noise in this room.”
“She can't stand people who talk loudly on their phones during the movie.”
“He realized that he simply could not stand the constant dishonesty of his business partner any longer.”
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beggars can't be choosers
Something is better than nothing: those who can't provide for themselves should accept whatever help is available.
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blow this pop stand
To exit or remove oneself from a less than exciting location or environment.
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blow this Popsicle stand
To leave a place, often with anger or anticipation of going somewhere more exciting.
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can't carry a tune in a bucket
Sings very badly.
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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can't help
To be unable to avoid a situation, or stop something from happening.
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can't stand the sight of
To hate vehemently; to really despise.
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can't wait
To eagerly anticipate; to find it hard to wait for a forthcoming pleasurable event.
Last updated August 10, 2026