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to uphold
01
to support or defend something that is believed to be right so it continues to last
Transitive: to uphold a value or principle
Examples
The community members uphold the tradition of holding a yearly charity event to support local causes.
02
(particularly of a law court) to state that a previous decision is correct
Transitive: to uphold a decision
Examples
The Supreme Court decided to uphold the lower court's ruling, affirming the original verdict.
03
to defend or support something, especially when it is being challenged or opposed
Transitive: to uphold a right or stance
Examples
The lawyer upheld her client ’s innocence in court.
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