Stand up to
/stænd ʌp tu:/B2
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1. To confront someone fearlessly, particularly in the face of opposition or adversity.
- She decided to stand up to her boss when he continued to assign her unrealistic deadlines.
- It's important to stand up to bullies to show them they cannot intimidate others.
2. To endure or withstand something successfully.
- This material will stand up to the toughest weather conditions.
- The witness's testimony stood up to the rigorous cross-examination by the defense attorney.
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