stand up to
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Above all, it aims to stand up to the Chinese, who are gearing up in this technology.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
Across the nation, similar stories are playing out as communities stand up to some of the biggest names in tech, like OpenAI and Google.
From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2026
However it was Sooryavanshi's ability to stand up to some hostile fast bowling which caught the eye with former West Indies paceman Ian Bishop saying some teams are already "down to Plan Z" against him.
From BBC ● May 29, 2026
The article advocates for candidates willing to challenge their own party and allies on tough decisions, asking Democrats to address organized labor concerns and Republicans to stand up to President Trump when California’s interests diverge.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 28, 2026
Because of the monster, because I had to stand up to move, her gaze pounced on me.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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