stand upright

Frequency: 6.57.2 per million words

to stand in a straight, vertical position

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Examples (20)

  • It's important to stand upright for good posture.
  • It is important to stand upright to avoid back pain.
  • After the fall, he struggled to stand upright again.
  • The soldiers were ordered to stand upright during the inspection.
  • The roof was so low I couldn't stand upright.
  • She struggled to stand upright on the moving boat.
  • Please stand upright for the national anthem.
  • The giant trees stand upright against the stormy sky.
  • The ancient pillar still manages to stand upright after centuries.
  • He stood upright and looked her straight in the eye.
  • She reminded her child to always stand upright.
  • Make sure the ladder is standing upright before you climb it.
  • He felt dizzy and couldn't stand upright without support.
  • The gymnast was able to stand upright perfectly after the flip.
  • If you want to appear confident, try to stand upright.
  • Some birds stand upright while they are sleeping.
  • The doctor advised him to practice exercises that help him stand upright.
  • You should stand upright when you give your presentation.
  • Despite the strong wind, the tree continued to stand upright.
  • He stood bolt upright when he heard the sudden noise.