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as in defending
to continue to declare to be true or proper despite opposition or objections
determined to uphold her views in the face of all challenges
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as in sustaining
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
an entablature upheld by a series of gracefully slender columns
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as in lifting
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
worshippers upheld their joined hands and sang the praises of the Lord
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Recent Examples of upholding
Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
The company aims to maintain production continuity to assist workers with repetitive, physically demanding tasks while upholding quality and safety standards.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Feb. 2026
Beijing has emphasized its role in upholding a global trading system that was upended by Washington’s new tariffs last year.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil said this step marks the beginning of a new era in which Venezuela is committed to upholding international law.
—Cnn 9 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
As always, the gala remained one of the preeminent Hollywood people-watching spots of the season, upholding its tradition as a glorious hodgepodge of stars from across film, TV, music and sports.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Feb. 2026
In upholding Sjostrom’s ruling on the non-resident petition gatherers issue, the appeals court offered similar reasoning as in its decision about the inactive-voters issue.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
There is always a feeling upholding your thoughts.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Former Fed chairs and Treasury Department secretaries have joined scores of economists and financial experts in writing amicus briefs supporting Cook and warning the Supreme Court against upholding her firing.
—Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
That includes explaining decisions clearly in open court, applying the law impartially, and upholding the highest standards of judicial ethics.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
The company aims to maintain production continuity to assist workers with repetitive, physically demanding tasks while upholding quality and safety standards.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Feb. 2026
Beijing has emphasized its role in upholding a global trading system that was upended by Washington’s new tariffs last year.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil said this step marks the beginning of a new era in which Venezuela is committed to upholding international law.
—Cnn 9 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
As always, the gala remained one of the preeminent Hollywood people-watching spots of the season, upholding its tradition as a glorious hodgepodge of stars from across film, TV, music and sports.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 1 Feb. 2026
In upholding Sjostrom’s ruling on the non-resident petition gatherers issue, the appeals court offered similar reasoning as in its decision about the inactive-voters issue.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
There is always a feeling upholding your thoughts.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Former Fed chairs and Treasury Department secretaries have joined scores of economists and financial experts in writing amicus briefs supporting Cook and warning the Supreme Court against upholding her firing.
—Sylvan Lane, The Hill, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for upholding
Noun
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His natural leadership has earned him the deep respect of his peers, who elected him Senior Class President for the current school year.—
Darla Rivera,
Oklahoman,
9 Feb. 2026
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Norwegians’ respect for their royal family has been dented by new details about Epstein’s friendship with Crown Princess Mette-Marit, who is married to the heir to the throne, Prince Haakon.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Lakers lost on Monday night to the Thunder, the defending NBA champions, who also have the best record in the league, and then had this back-to-back game against the tough Spurs.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Both coffee and tea contain bioactive ingredients such as polyphenols and caffeine, which may reduce inflammation and cellular damage while defending against cognitive decline.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Freezing temperatures play an important role in regulating plant, animal, and insect life cycles, replenishing snow pack that supplies fresh water, and sustaining snow and ice needed for winter recreation and local economies.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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According to those reports, during her arrest in December, she was beaten repeatedly with wooden sticks and batons and dragged across the ground by her hair, sustaining injuries that left open wounds on her head.—
Jomana Karadsheh,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Takaichi has pledged to revise security and defense policies by December to bolster Japan’s offensive military capabilities, lifting a ban on weapons exports and moving further away from the country’s postwar pacifist principles.—
Mari Yamaguchi,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Chip and Kasinee Tolman begin each day by lifting their two adult children out of bed and into their wheelchairs.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Even so, these controversies have demonstrated that what artists say about this issue is not treated with the deference that creative expression is traditionally afforded in democracies.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
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Traditionally judges have reviewed agency moves with deference.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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What role should the county judge play in maintaining civility on the commissioners court and in the audience?—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Anna and Robert, however, despair over the imminent disruption of the family unit, and drastic, escalatingly calamitous steps are taken toward maintaining the status quo.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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In a January 16 court filing supporting criminal charges against the two men, the DOJ asserted Aljorna was the one driving the vehicle.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Eco effort Deeply committed to sea turtle conservation, Four Seasons Resort Nevis has partnered with the Sea Turtle Conservancy for over 15 years to educate and raise awareness while supporting research on migration patterns and species recovery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The agent is seen raising the pepper spray can, pointing it towards the crowd in what looked to be an attempt to keep them at a distance.—
Gio Insignares,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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In an email to The Times, Newsom spokesperson Tara Gallegos said the governor had a strong record of fighting for workers’ rights, including raising the minimum wage and expanding sick leave and other worker protections.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Upholding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upholding. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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