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to uphold
01
sustentar, defender
to support or defend something that is believed to be right so it continues to last
Transitive: to uphold a value or principle
Exemplos
The community members uphold the tradition of holding a yearly charity event to support local causes.
Os membros da comunidade mantêm a tradição de realizar um evento de caridade anual para apoiar causas locais.
The organization upholds its commitment to environmental sustainability.
A organização mantém seu compromisso com a sustentabilidade ambiental.
02
confirmar, manter
(particularly of a law court) to state that a previous decision is correct
Transitive: to uphold a decision
Exemplos
The Supreme Court decided to uphold the lower court's ruling, affirming the original verdict.
O Supremo Tribunal decidiu manter a decisão do tribunal inferior, confirmando o veredicto original.
The appeals court upheld the conviction, stating that the trial had been conducted fairly.
O tribunal de apelação manteve a condenação, afirmando que o julgamento havia sido conduzido de forma justa.
03
defender, apoiar
to defend or support something, especially when it is being challenged or opposed
Transitive: to uphold a right or stance
Exemplos
The lawyer upheld her client ’s innocence in court.
O advogado defendeu a inocência de seu cliente no tribunal.
The community upheld their rights despite the opposition.
A comunidade defendeu seus direitos apesar da oposição.
Árvore Lexical
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