stand for

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Synonyms of stand fornext
1
: to be a symbol for : represent
The symbol @ stands for "at."
2
: to put up with : permit
won't stand for such nonsense
3
: to acknowledge or declare as a guiding principle or ideal
The political party has always stood for free trade.

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The spacecraft's name stands for the MErcury Surface, Space ENvironment, GEochemistry and Ranging mission. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Transgender activists will argue that the biggest star in women’s sports should have used her platform to stand for inclusion. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Her platform includes standing for property tax relief, financial responsibility and family values, according to her website. — Sofi Zeman july 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026 The video showed Romer confirming what the DSA platform stands for, including abolishing the Senate and replacing the presidency. — Britta Miller, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for stand for

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