Meaning of stand to | Babel Free

Definitions

1. To tolerate (something); to be able to withstand (something) stressful that will be ultimately beneficial.
2. To be on the verge of (something) happening, if certain conditions are met.
3. To live up to; to insist upon or maintain.
   archaic

Examples

“You could stand⟳ to lose⟳ a couple pounds.”

“He stands to inherit⟳ ten million dollars if that happens!”

“I do not, for that cause, or any other cause, propose⟳ to destroy⟳, or alter, or disregard the constitution. I stand⟳ to it, fairly, fully, and firmly. Abraham Lincoln”

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