Words similar to stand

Example sentences for: stand

How can you use “stand” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

"Stand around unself-consciously."
This was a pretty significant about-face, considering that just two months ago, the Chinese government took a public stand against foreign involvement in the Chinese Internet industry, and that many thought that the government would draw a line around the Net, even if it conceded on telecom.
"Filled with people who stand up for what they believe in no matter the cost, and so who in protest last week reluctantly canceled their subscriptions to all Hustler publications.
Why would a lexicographer snatch up a unique, Dickensian creation, gag him and bind his real persona hand and foot, then slyly stand an impersonator in his place?
News quotes think Hillary should take more of a stand, and they are frustrated by her failure to make a statement about her husband's behavior.