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to stand by
[phrase form: stand]
01
to refrain from taking action when it is necessary
Intransitive
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
Action verb
Regular
Inseparable
Particle
by
Base verb
stand
Present tense
stand by
3rd person singular
stands by
Present participle
standing by
Past simple
stood by
Past participle
stood by
Examples
In times of crisis, it 's crucial not to stand by but to offer assistance and support.
02
to remain loyal to or supportive of someone, particularly during a hard time
Transitive: to stand by sb/sth
Examples
A good leader will always stand by their team, providing support and guidance.
03
to be ready for further instructions or actions regarding a specific purpose or service
Intransitive: to stand by | to stand by for sth
Examples
The firefighters were prepared to stand by for any potential emergencies in the community.
04
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
Examples
Despite criticism, she chose to stand by her decision to pursue a career in the arts.
