"Stand" Example Sentences
1. I stand up from my chair and walk over to the window.
2. The toddler stood in the crib, waiting to be picked up.
3. The soldiers stood at attention as the general walked by.
4. I can't stand in line for very long without getting impatient.
5. The guitar stand kept the instrument from falling over.
6. The flag stands tall above the patriots gathered below.
7. The teacher stood at the front of the classroom.
8. Come stand next to me so we can take a picture together.
9. The old oak tree stands strong despite the harsh winters.
10. He stood there watching the sun set over the lake.
11. I won't stand for that kind of behavior in my classroom.
12. The artist stood back to examine her work.
13. The wait time in line was so long I couldn't stand still.
14. The exhausted toddler stood and cried, refusing to nap.
15. The witness took the stand to testify in court.
16. The candidates stood onstage during the debate.
17. My shelf stands firmly anchored to the wall.
18. Several protesters stood outside the convention center.
19. The paint still stands fresh and vibrant after several years.
20. The coat stand near the door was covered in jackets and scarves.
21. She stands up for her principles no matter the cost.
22. I will stand by you through thick and thin.
23. Please stand and introduce yourself to the class.
24. The boy stood rooted to the spot, unable to move.
25. The flag stands at half-mast to honor the fallen soldier.
26. The furniture stood against the walls to clear the dance floor.
27. The singer stands on the stage under the bright spotlight.
28. The foundation still stands solid after a hundred years.
29. The flower stand displayed a lovely array of blooms.
30. Our team stands together through both wins and losses.
31. I stand firmly against all unjust laws.
32. The wall stands between the two opposing sides.
33. The school stands at the corner of Main Street and Elm Avenue.
34. The little boy stands staring at the gumball machine.
35. The campers stood around the crackling campfire.
36. This lamp stand is very sturdy and stable.
37. The memorial stands as a testament to those who suffered.
38. The nomination stands as a tribute to her hard work.
39. You stand corrected; I was mistaken.
40. The dog stand kept Fido's food and water bowls off the floor.
41. The ink still stands out boldly against the yellowed paper.
42. The boat stands rocking gently on the surface of the lake.
43. The rocket stands poised for launch.
44. The tall tree stands motionless in the still night air.
45. My laptop stand helps keep the screen at a comfortable height.
46. The new factory stands on the site of the old one.
47. The tee stands near the center of the fairway.
48. The furniture stand displayed a wide selection of tables.
49. The flower stand brightened up the otherwise dreary hospital lobby.
50. The soldiers stand at attention, awaiting orders.
51. The buffalo stands staring across the barren plain.
52. I stand slightly taller than my sister.
53. The sign still stands after years of wear and weathering.
54. The boy stands wondering what's inside the mysterious box.
55. The witnesses stand ready to tell what they saw.
56. My grandfather's stories still stand as lessons for future generations.
57. I won't stand for that kind of gossip.
58. The accident stands as a tragic reminder of the dangers of drunk driving.
59. The building still stands untouched since it was built 100 years ago.
60. The skyscraper stands tall above the city below.
Common Phases
1.
Stand by - remain loyal and supportive of. "My friends stood by me during my divorce."
2.
Stand out - be prominently visible or noteworthy. "Her performance stood out from the rest."
3.
Stand up - make a public affirmation or become visible in support of. "She stood up for equal rights."
4.
Stand up for - defend or support. "I will
stand up for you."
5.
Stand up to - confront and oppose. "You have to
stand up to bullies."
6. Take a
stand - adopt a position and defend it. "The manager took a
stand against discriminatory hiring practices."
7. Toe the line/Toe the
stand - comply with or strictly adhere to rules and expectations. "Employees are expected to toe the company line."
8.
Stand by one's word - remain true to what one has pledged or promised. "He always
stands by his word."
9. Make a
stand - take a firm position and refuse to yield. "The protesters made their
stand for justice."
10. Come to/Come
stand - approach to a location and stop. "Come
stand next to me and say cheese for the photo."