stand
verb (used without object)
(of a person) to be in an upright position on the feet.
have stood
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present perfectof stand.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Portuguese protesters have taken inspiration from a similar movement in neighbouring Spain, where tents have stood in central Madrid and other cities for weeks.
From Barron's ● Nov. 1, 2026
They have stood in long lines to get power, and in many states they have been paying full price.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
It is the lack of mistakes and increased composure that have stood out to head coach Robert Pedroza in terms of Thomas’ improvement since his freshman and sophomore years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
Reaching the top of Carn na h-Easgainn in the Highlands, the 38-year-old becomes one of an elite group of about 100 people who have stood on all 1,072 summits.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
Nor would Sticky have stood a chance had it been any other child lunging to grab him.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
