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upstander

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[uhp-stand-er] / ˈʌpˌstænd ər /

noun

  1. a person who speaks up or takes action to oppose unjust behavior or practices instead of remaining quietly passive. Contrasts with bystander.

  2. on a dogsled, either of the two vertical shafts at the back with a handlebar attached for the driver to hold on to.

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From MSNBC • Jan. 11, 2015

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