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Term: Stand

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A raised platform or podium where a person can stand to address an audience.

Sample Sentence: The speaker confidently approached the stand to deliver her keynote speech.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 2: A small booth or stall used for selling or displaying goods at a market or fair.

Sample Sentence: The fruit vendor arranged his colorful produce on the stand to attract customers.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 3: A strong or unwavering position or belief.

Sample Sentence: Despite the criticism, she took a stand against animal cruelty, advocating for stricter laws.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 4: A parking space for a vehicle or designated area for standing while waiting.

Sample Sentence: I found a vacant stand near the entrance and parked my car.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 5: To be in or maintain an upright position.

Sample Sentence: The sculpture stands proudly in the center of the town square.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 6: To rise to one's feet; to assume a standing position.

Sample Sentence: The audience stood and applauded at the end of the performance.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 7: To tolerate or endure something.

Sample Sentence: She couldn't stand the cold, so she bundled up in layers of warm clothing.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 8: To be in a specific situation or condition.

Sample Sentence: The project currently stands unfinished due to a lack of resources.