stand for

US /stænd fɔr/
UK /stænd fɔr/
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1.

significar, representar

to represent or mean something

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What does 'UN' stand for?
O que 'ONU' significa?
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The dove stands for peace.
A pomba representa a paz.
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2.

tolerar, suportar

to tolerate or put up with something

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I won't stand for such behavior.
Não vou tolerar tal comportamento.
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She refuses to stand for any injustice.
Ela se recusa a tolerar qualquer injustiça.
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3.

defender, apoiar

to support or advocate for something

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We stand for equality and justice.
Nós defendemos a igualdade e a justiça.
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He always stands for what is right.
Ele sempre defende o que é certo.
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