upheld

[uhp-held]

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of uphold.

upheld

/ ʌpˈhɛld /

verb

1. the past tense and past participle of uphold

Example Sentences

"Even in this valley of deepest sorrow, we have been upheld by extraordinary courage and kindness from so many."

From BBC

Earlier on Wednesday, the interior ministry said the right of people to protest within the law would be upheld.

From BBC

The SpaceX claims were upheld in August by the conservative 5th Circuit U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

He was later sacked and Susan had nine complaints upheld by the Care Inspectorate.

From BBC

However, the judgment also upheld the right of political parties to deselect spokespeople whose views conflict with party policy, provided fair procedures are followed.

From BBC