uphold

US /ʌpˈhoʊld/
UK /ʌpˈhoʊld/
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1.

维护, 支持, 坚持

to maintain or support in the face of opposition

:
The court decided to uphold the previous ruling.
法院决定维持原判。
It is our duty to uphold justice and fairness.
维护正义和公平是我们的职责。
2.

支撑, 举起, 保持高位

to keep something at an elevated level or position

:
The pillars uphold the weight of the bridge.
这些柱子支撑着桥的重量。
She managed to uphold her head despite the criticism.
尽管受到批评,她还是设法昂着头。