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stand; establish; immediately
Meanings
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to stand; to stand upright
Refers to the physical act of standing on one's feet.
The teacher walked into the classroom, and the students immediately stood up.
Don't sit on the ground, stand up quickly.
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This big tree stands tall and does not fall in the wind and rain.
He stood at the door for a long time, but no one paid attention to him.
Everyone please stand at attention.
verb
to erect; to set upright
Used when placing an object in a vertical position.
Please stand the ladder up against the wall.
This board doesn't stand up stably; it will fall.
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He stood the book up on the table.
Pop your collar up; it's warmer that way.
You can erect a pole here.
verb
to establish; to set up; to found
Used for organizations, goals, laws, rules, or abstract concepts.
This company was just established and is hiring.
We must establish ambitious goals for the future of our country.
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The government decided to enact a new law to regulate online behavior.
He performed meritorious service on the battlefield and became a hero.
We need to set a rule to avoid arguing in the future.
verb
to exist; to survive; to hold water
Often used idiomatically to indicate validity, foothold, or survival.
Your reasoning doesn't hold water at all.
He has a firm foothold in this industry.
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This product no longer has a place in the market.
At thirty I stood firm; at forty I had no doubts.
It is very hard to be isolated and without help.
adverb
immediately; at once; straight away
Used to describe actions happening instantly.
Hearing this news, he was stunned immediately.
This matter brooks no delay and must be resolved immediately.
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This is a method that produces immediate results.
Please wait a moment, I'll be ready right away.
The medicine cures the disease; the effect is immediate.