uphold
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(verb) stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals |
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Related Words: defend, fend for, support |
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(verb) support against an opponent; "The appellate court upheld the verdict" |
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Synonyms: maintain |
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Related Words: confirm, justify, reassert, vindicate |
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(verb) keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last; "preserve the peace in the family"; "continue the family tradition" |
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Synonyms: bear on, carry on, continue, preserve |
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Related Words: hang in, hang on, hold, hold on, keep, keep up, maintain, perpetuate, persevere, persist, prolong, restart, resume, sustain |
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