If something such as a claim or a piece of evidence stands up, it is accepted as true or satisfactory after being carefully examined. He made wild accusations that did not stand up How well does this thesis stand up to close examination?
defend against attack or criticism; "He stood up for his friend"; "She stuck up for the teacher who was accused of harassing the student" refuse to back down; remain solid under criticism or attack resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc
refuse to back down; remain solid under criticism or attack resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc
defend against attack or criticism; "He stood up for his friend"; "She stuck up for the teacher who was accused of harassing the student"
A simple promo statement made directly to a camera, usually with an interviewer present
A commentary or report by a TV correspondent seen on camera, usually at the scene of the action Used to open, close, or bridge the elements of a report
be in an upright position; get up from a seated position; fail to arrive for an appointment (figurative)
rise up as in fear; "The dog's fur bristled"; "It was a sight to make one's hair uprise!"
resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc ; "Her shoes won't hold up"; "This theory won't hold water"
If a boyfriend or girlfriend stands you up, they fail to keep an arrangement to meet you. We were to have had dinner together yesterday evening, but he stood me up