to stand by
[phrase form: stand]
01
袖手旁观, 不干预
to refrain from taking action when it is necessary
Intransitive
例子
It's disheartening to see someone stand by when others are in need of help.
看到有人在别人需要帮助时袖手旁观，真是令人沮丧。
02
忠于, 支持
to remain loyal to or supportive of someone, particularly during a hard time
Transitive: to stand by sb/sth
例子
During difficult decisions, it's reassuring to have someone who will stand by your choices.
在艰难的决策过程中，有一个支持你选择的人是令人安心的。
03
待命, 准备就绪
to be ready for further instructions or actions regarding a specific purpose or service
Intransitive: to stand by | to stand by for sth
例子
The security personnel were instructed to stand by during the high-profile event to address any unforeseen issues
安全人员被指示在高级别活动期间待命，以解决任何不可预见的问题。
04
坚持, 支持
to keep a particular belief or opinion, even in the face of doubts or disagreement from others
Transitive: to stand by a decision or belief
例子
In the political debate, the candidate vowed to stand by her principles, regardless of opposing views.
在政治辩论中，候选人发誓要坚持她的原则，不管反对意见如何。
