take a stand
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Therefore, when it was time to take a stand for Black people, he didn’t ask for permission, because he was already empowered to do so.
From Salon ● Sep. 29, 2026
“It’s time to take a stand and say enough is enough,” said USA Today Co.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
The first lady also lashed out at Kimmel in a statement, calling on broadcaster ABC to "take a stand" against the late-night host.
From Barron's ● Apr. 29, 2026
She said it was time for ABC, the network that broadcasts Kimmel's show, to "take a stand".
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2026
What made her a rebel willing to challenge law and custom and risk scorn and rejection to take a stand for women’s right to vote?
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
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