uphold
verb (used with object)
to support or defend, as against opposition or criticism.
are upholding
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present progressiveof uphold.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Proud of their roots, cooks and chefs are upholding recipes and techniques passed down over the stove and via old cookbooks that date back centuries.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 10, 2025
“As such, they are upholding the principles of journalism.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2023
"But also that we are upholding the reputation of the Swiss financial centre."
From Reuters ● Mar. 20, 2023
“We are upholding our responsibility. The Department of Justice must do the same,” echoed Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 1, 2022
It is, as matter of fact Catholics, and not those who oppose the Catholic Religion who are upholding that prerogative.
From Our Lady Saint Mary by J. G. H. Barry
