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stand a chance
Have a possibility of success.
stand behind
support or endorse someone or something.
stand by
to remain nearby or supportive
stand corrected
Realize a mistake after being challenged.
stand down
To withdraw from a position or duty.
stand fast
To remain firmly in place.
stand fire
To endure criticism or pressure.
stand firm
remain determined and not give in
stand for
to symbolize or represent something.
stand from under
Get out of the way quickly.
stand in for
to substitute for someone else
stand in one's own light
Hinder one's own success or progress.
stand in someone's shoes
to understand another's perspective
stand in the gap
to take action in a critical situation
stand in the gate
To wait or pause at an entrance.
stand on ceremony
to be formal or polite in behavior
stand on its own
To be independent or self-sufficient.
stand on one's head
to do something very difficult or unusual
stand on one's own two feet
Be independent and self-sufficient.
stand on someone's shoulders
to build on another's work or achievements.
stand on the shoulders of
Leverage previous knowledge or achievements.
stand on the shoulders of giants
Build on the work of great thinkers.
stand one's ground
To remain firm in one's beliefs.
stand pat
refuse to change one's position.