stand up to
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"The government needs to stand up to these polluters to protect our water," he said.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 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
"People will win in the end. No authoritarian government can stand up to a united people -- and we are united," said another protester, 59-year-old chemist Irakli Nanadze.
From Barron's ● May 26, 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
“Way to stand up to him,” May said over her shoulder.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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