stood

Definition

  • past tense and past participle of 'stand'

Examples

  • His plays have 'stood the test of time'. [=his plays are still read by many people today]

  • She was crouching down to look at something, but she 'stood up' when she saw me.

  • She finally 'stood up to' the girl who had been teasing her at school.

Movie quotes

  • (..) security of our medical personnel. You've stopped treating the sick? These aren't all my decisions, but we've lost some great minds while trying to save the lives of those who never stood a chance. Excuse me, Lieutenant. Jones's daughter has passed. Excuse me. I'm glad you're here, Dr. Railly. (..)
    2016 TvShow: 12 Monkeys Title: Lullaby Season: 2 Episode 8