stand together
B1 neutral inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To stay together as a group and support each other.
Literal meaning: To physically stand in the same place as others — largely transparent.
Meanings
1 A2 neutral
To physically stand in the same place as other people.
"The whole class stood together for the group photograph."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B1
idiomatic
neutral
To show solidarity and act as a united group, especially in the face of a challenge or threat.
"The workers decided to stand together and refuse to accept the new conditions."
"We must stand together as a people."
— Nelson Mandela, speech at the ANC rally, Johannesburg, 1990
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Often used in political speeches, motivational contexts, or times of crisis. Carries a strong sense of solidarity and collective strength.
Commonly used with
community nation people united solidarity challenge
Forms
Base
stand together
I/you/we/they
3rd person
stands together
he/she/it
Past simple
stood together
yesterday
Past participle
stood together
have + pp
-ing form
standing together
continuous
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