stand erect

Frequency: 6.87.0 per million words

To stand with a very straight body.

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  • The soldiers were trained to stand erect for hours on end.
  • A soldier must always stand erect during inspection.
  • To improve your posture, you should consciously try to stand erect.
  • She tried to stand erect despite her back pain.
  • She held her head high and made herself stand erect despite her nervousness.
  • The ancient pillars still stand erect after centuries.
  • The yoga instructor demonstrated how to stand erect in the mountain pose.
  • To improve posture, remember to stand erect.
  • Despite the strong winds, the lone tree continued to stand erect on the hill.
  • He was taught from a young age to stand erect and proud.
  • He was a tall man who always used to stand erect, commanding respect.
  • Even after the storm, the old oak tree continued to stand erect.
  • The ballet dancer learned to stand erect with perfect balance from a young age.
  • The gymnast could stand erect on one leg with perfect balance.
  • If you stand erect, it can project an image of confidence and authority.
  • When the national anthem played, everyone began to stand erect.
  • The meerkat would stand erect on its hind legs to watch for danger.
  • He practiced yoga to help him stand erect and align his spine.
  • After the surgery, it was difficult for him to stand erect without support.
  • The monument was designed to stand erect as a symbol of freedom.