stand against in English
oppose, rise against
Use "stand against" in a sentence
1. We must stand against the wind.
2. God’s servants took a firm stand against astrology.
3. Encourage them to take a stand against Circuses
4. Take your stand against Satan, firm in the faith.
5. No one could stand against Alboin on the battlefield
6. 16 We have to take a stand against racism.
7. White will make a tough stand against slanted reporting.
8. German State Parliament Commemorates Jehovah’s Witnesses’ Courageous Stand Against Nazi Abuse
9. Can we successfully “take [our] stand against him, solid in the faith”?
10. Clearly, taking a stand against Jehovah is a misuse of free will.
11. 9 As the Middle Ages progressed, the Church’s stand against vernacular Bibles hardened.
12. It erodes the moral barriers that stand against inappropriate, abnormal, or illegal behavior.
13. We have to stand against the swelling wave of hatred, brutality, and violence.”
14. No sanction can stand against ignited minds. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
15. The city council has taken an uncompromising stand against the proposals for the new building.
16. □ What are some ways that an individual can ‘take a stand against’ the superior authorities?
17. I don't think there is a man alive that can stand against our mighty General
18. He gained kudos for his stand against the brutality with which a subsequent mutiny was quelled.
19. First Peter 5:9 says: “Take your stand against him [the Devil], firm in the faith.”
20. Rodrigo Lara became the most important political figure in Colombia with his stand against the narcos.
21. As a united people, they will take a triumphant stand against their enemies in the surrounding nations.
22. Together, you and your mate can make a stand against the mistrust that has infected your relationship.
23. 13 In the event, Mr Smyth's stand against the Good Friday agreement won the support of 43 %.
24. The Avengers take a final stand against Thanos in Marvel Studios' conclusion to 22 films, 'Avengers: Endgame.'
25. There are few archers or hand gunners who can stand against decent combat troops in a pitched battle.
26. Therefore, one way that we can take a stand against Satan is by shunning pride and cultivating humility.
27. We believe that Atheists can proudly stand against the unfair judgment that so frequently plagues godless and non-religious people
28. 18 She felt the hard wood press against her back and buttocks, as she was forced to stand against it.
29. 11Clothe you(rselves) with the armour of God, that ye may stand against the Ambushings, (or the assailing), of the devil
30. The summer of 1925 was hardly the most propitious moment for the textile unions to make their stand against further wage reductions.
31. We urge all Pride organizers to terminate any connection with Colonizers, including the Israeli Consulate, and to take a strong stand against U.S
32. Clothe you with the armour of God, that ye be able to stand against the Ambushings [the Ambushings, or assailings,] of the devil.
33. McGee, who spoke to U.S. reporters in a conference call, is urging Southern African countries to take a stronger stand against political repression there.
34. 11 Clothe you with the armour of God, that ye be able to stand against the Ambushings [the Ambushings, or assailings,] of the devil
35. CeasefirePA is a statewide organization working with mayors, police chiefs, faith leaders, community organizations, and individual Pennsylvanians to take a stand against gun violence.
36. However, Chen forces could not stand against Northern Zhou's attacks, and all of the cities that they had captured from Northern Qi previously quickly fell.
37. (1 Peter 5:8, 9) By taking a firm stand against Satan, we can maintain our blessed unity as Jehovah’s people. —Psalm 133:1-3.
38. 6 editorial “The party’s poison pill”: I am pleased to see the editorial board take a consistent, well-articulated stand against the preposterous Blusterings of Republican
39. Centrist Republicans, speak up! We must take a stand against the insurrectionists If you are a principled Centrist or principled conservative, now is not the time to remain silent.
40. 9 Now and then make me gutty and illusive, we are the children that orphanage treats person adopt, want with destiny make a stand against but so faint however.
41. He was taking stand against a rule at Impington Village College near Cambridge which allowed girls to change into skirts during hot weather, while boys had to swelter in long trousers.
42. Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case that Made History tells an inspiring story of a young gay man who took a stand against the bullying he experienced in school
43. While the Major Party watered down its original beliefs, the Minor Party preached that the Brethren should remain firm in their stand against politics and the world. —See box “What About the Major Party?”
44. ‘Thus a Contrived dichotomy between human rights and national security has been artificially orchestrated.’ ‘The seemingly haphazard arrangement of pavilions was a Contrived effect, it can be seen as a stand against the Beaux Arts tradition.’
45. Age ob- over, against, toward obstruct—stand against omni- all omnipresent—present in all places ev time, Age coeval, longevity fac, fact, fect, fic do, make facility, factual, perfect, artifice fer bear, carry prefer, refer, conifer, fertility
46. Later, in the midst of Davros' (Julian Bleach) plot to obliterate existence, Rose unites with the Doctor and his companions Donna, Martha, Jack and Sarah Jane to make a stand against him and his army of Daleks.
47. Likewise, those who desire to please the living God today must take a firm stand against offering incense at funerals, and food or drink at family or public shrines, as well as against other kinds of idolatry.
48. Artifices (2 Occurrences) Ephesians 6:11 Put on the panoply of God, that ye may be able to stand against the Artifices of the devil: (DBY) Psalms 31:20 Thou hast wrought for those trusting in Thee, Before sons of men.
49. ‘Raven Countermanded me and ordered the helm hard over while lowering the sail, and the hands, afraid of her, did what she said.’ ‘He has apparently called for support from all over the country to make a stand against the Americans, and the Premier is trying to countermand him.’
50. ‘Raven Countermanded me and ordered the helm hard over while lowering the sail, and the hands, afraid of her, did what she said.’ ‘He has apparently called for support from all over the country to make a stand against the Americans, and the Premier is trying to countermand him.’