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to uphold
01
soutenir, défendre
to support or defend something that is believed to be right so it continues to last
Transitive: to uphold a value or principle
Exemples
The organization upholds its commitment to environmental sustainability.
L'organisation maintient son engagement envers la durabilité environnementale.
02
maintenir, soutenir
(particularly of a law court) to state that a previous decision is correct
Transitive: to uphold a decision
Exemples
The appeals court upheld the conviction, stating that the trial had been conducted fairly.
La cour d'appel a confirmé la condamnation, déclarant que le procès s'était déroulé équitablement.
03
défendre, soutenir
to defend or support something, especially when it is being challenged or opposed
Transitive: to uphold a right or stance
Exemples
The community upheld their rights despite the opposition.
La communauté a défendu leurs droits malgré l'opposition.
Arbre Lexical
uphold
hold
