stand with
B2 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words
To be on someone's side and show that you support them.
Literal meaning: To physically stand in the same place as someone.
Meanings
1 A2 neutral
To physically stand next to or alongside someone.
"She stood with her brother at their parents' graveside."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B2
idiomatic
neutral
To publicly declare support and solidarity with a person, group, or cause.
"The president announced that the country stands with its allies during this difficult time."
"America stands with you."
— Barack Obama, address to the people of Myanmar, 2012
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Very commonly used in political and social contexts, particularly in public statements of solidarity. The phrase 'I stand with [group]' is a standard expression of support on social media and in speeches.
Commonly used with
community people nation protesters allies cause
Forms
Base
stand with
I/you/we/they
3rd person
stands with
he/she/it
Past simple
stood with
yesterday
Past participle
stood with
have + pp
-ing form
standing with
continuous
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