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[ verb ] keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
Examples "preserve the peace in the family" "continue the family tradition" "Carry on the old traditions" Used in print (R. F. Shaw, "The `Private Eye`"...)By upholding his own personal code_of_behavior , the private_detective has placed himself in opposition to a society whose fabric is permeated with crime and corruption . Related terms discontinue keep resume perpetuate prolong persevere mummify continue proceed maintainer |
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[ verb ] stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
Used in print (John Michael Ray, "Rhode Island's Reactions...)In the remainder of his speech Davis spoke of his admiration for Brown and warned those who took_part in the meeting that they `` are liable to the charge that they are supporting traitors and upholding men whom the laws have condemned '' . Related terms |
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[ verb ] support against an opponent
Synonyms Examples "The appellate court upheld the verdict" Used in print (U.S. Reports. Volume 364. Cases Adjudged in the...)In a periodic review , the local board on July 30 , 1953 , reclassified him 1_,_-_A and upheld this classification after a personal appearance by petitioner , because of his willingness to kill in defense of his church and home . Related terms |
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