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stand behind

idiom
Meaning

To support; express one's support for, especially despite opposition; to stick with a decision.


Examples
SIMPLE

I stand behind my decision to quit.

CONTEXTUAL

Even when the public criticized the new policy, the manager continued to stand behind her team.

COMPLEX

The author chose to stand behind his controversial claims, arguing that the historical evidence supported his original conclusion despite the intense academic backlash.

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  1. 01

    blow this pop stand

    To exit or remove oneself from a less than exciting location or environment.

  2. 02

    blow this Popsicle stand

    To leave a place, often with anger or anticipation of going somewhere more exciting.

  3. 03

    can't stand

    cannot put up with

  4. 04

    can't stand the sight of

    To hate vehemently; to really despise.

  5. 05

    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.

  6. 06

    not have a leg to stand on

    To lack support, as in an argument, debate, or negotiation.

  7. 07

    one-night stand

    A single sexual encounter between two individuals, where at least one of the partners has no immediate intention or expectation of establishing a longer-term sexual or romantic relationship.

  8. 08

    stand a chance

    To have a chance.

Last updated April 17, 2026