The robber shouted at the driver to stand and deliver.
stand and deliver
idiomTo command a victim to hand over their valuables, traditionally used by a highwayman.
The masked bandit jumped into the road and ordered the carriage driver to stand and deliver his gold.
In the old stories, the highwayman would emerge from the shadows of the forest to demand that travelers stand and deliver their valuables.
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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 stand
cannot put up with
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can't stand the sight of
To hate vehemently; to really despise.
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deliver the goods
To do what was promised or expected.
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deliver up to
To hand over or surrender (something or someone) to.
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half-night stand
A single sexual encounter between two individuals, lasting for less than an entire night, where at least one of the partners has no immediate intention or expectation of establishing a longer-term sexual or romantic relationship.
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not have a leg to stand on
To lack support, as in an argument, debate, or negotiation.