as in to keep (to)
to give steadfast support to
no matter how much people object, I will stand by my decision
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as in anchor
something or someone to which one looks for support
our old standby in times of trouble
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Recent Examples of stand by
Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 19 Nov. 2024
Linda Napolitano continues to stand by her story that she was abducted by aliens outside her New York City apartment in 1989.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Toria Sheffield, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
As of Tuesday morning, 252 National Guard members were activated in 15 states, and another 87 were on standby in three states and Washington, D.C.
—Luke Barr, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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Verb
The Ravens, for now, are standing by their longtime kicker.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 19 Nov. 2024
Linda Napolitano continues to stand by her story that she was abducted by aliens outside her New York City apartment in 1989.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Noun
Travis, 35, attempted to tackle the question first, suggesting the old standbys of candles, rose petals, and perhaps a nice restaurant.
—Toria Sheffield, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
As of Tuesday morning, 252 National Guard members were activated in 15 states, and another 87 were on standby in three states and Washington, D.C.
—Luke Barr, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand by
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The anchor will provide breaking news updates and analysis with the assistance of Nicolle Wallace, Ari Melber, Joy Reid, Chris Hayes, Alex Wagner, Lawrence O’Donnell, Stephanie Ruhle and Jen Psaki.Anna Tingley, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
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The wife of a Texas news anchor who died suddenly is thanking those who have shown their support after her husband’s death.Abigail Adams, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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Transport and logistics form the backbone of global industry.Bernard Marr, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The class that should be the backbone of next year’s LSU team has so far produced four significant contributors, led by linebacker Whit Weeks.Bruce Feldman, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
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The hotel is being developed by Waterman Family & Associates, which has played a role in other Wisconsin Dells mainstays, including Great Wolf Lodge and Noah's Ark Waterpark.Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
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Stone has been a mainstay on the Los Angeles dining scene for some time now.Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
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Others are more economically distressed, resulting in a greater reliance on Medicaid and income support benefits.Neil Irwin, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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Israel is becoming increasingly prone to rejecting U.S. advice and seeks to reduce its reliance on U.S. military aid.Carrie A. Lee, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2024
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Austin Police Department Chief of Staff Jeff Greenwalt defended the proposal in response to concerns from multiple public officials and social justice advocates during a Monday meeting of the city's Public Safety Commission.Serena Lin, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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According to the New York Times, Trump has privately defended his defense secretary nominee.Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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However, there were occasionally times when these pillars of Grandma’s week would converge in the way of a church potluck.Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2024
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Authenticity is a pillar of breaking and hip hop, and her performance at the Olympics was a master class in bringing your own style and personality to the highest level of the craft.Jason Pu, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Stand by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stand%20by. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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