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Meaning of the word "stand up to" in English

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stand up to

US /stænd ʌp tuː/
UK /stænd ʌp tuː/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to resist or oppose someone or something

Example:
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You need to stand up to bullies.
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The old bridge couldn't stand up to the strong winds.
Synonym:
resistopposedefywithstandendure
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