stand with
To back or side with; to support (in reference to literally standing alongside someone to show one's support).
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I stand with my friend during this difficult time.”
“Many people gathered in the city square to show that they stand with the workers during the strike.”
“Despite the intense political pressure to remain neutral, the senator chose to stand with the protesters and advocate for their cause.”
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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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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.
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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.
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stand a chance
To have a chance.
Last updated August 10, 2026