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as in to defend
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 to lift
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 uphold
Last month the Supreme Court upheld a Tennessee law that prohibits certain types of gender-affirming medical care for children involving puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 July 2025
After a state appeals court upheld the initial decision early last month, the Indiana Supreme Court on Feb. 19 overturned the prior rulings and struck down the order to stop work.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
The Tennessee Supreme Court upheld a law that gives more power over death penalty cases to the attorney general's office.
—Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
The Supreme Court upheld a law that allows Americans injured by acts of terror in the Middle East to take Palestinian leadership groups to U.S. courts for damages.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 22 June 2025
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 July 2025
After a state appeals court upheld the initial decision early last month, the Indiana Supreme Court on Feb. 19 overturned the prior rulings and struck down the order to stop work.
—Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
The Tennessee Supreme Court upheld a law that gives more power over death penalty cases to the attorney general's office.
—Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
The Supreme Court upheld a law that allows Americans injured by acts of terror in the Middle East to take Palestinian leadership groups to U.S. courts for damages.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uphold
Verb
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And the company defended its driver-assistance systems.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Sunday defended the administration’s response to the disastrous July 4 floods in Texas, as its management of the Federal Emergency Management Agency receives scrutiny.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
14 July 2025
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Several of the camps along the Guadalupe River and its tributaries sustained damage early July 4.—
Renée Rigdon,
CNN Money,
7 July 2025
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The other people present did not sustain significant injuries, according to authorities.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
7 July 2025
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Superman’s first big boost came Tuesday when the film’s review embargo lifted.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Some communities have lifted homes off the ground so that floodwaters can pass below them.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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To maintain a growth mindset, routinely evaluate your hard and soft skills.—
Kevin Walters,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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One of the main reasons people lie—especially women—is to maintain cohesion in important relationships.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
9 July 2025
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This level carries a monthly charge of €14.99 or €149 per year.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 July 2025
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All six would have to make a stop to change into a long dress, don a wig, and carry a handbag filled with bricks to the finish line on Power’s stage.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
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Daly was previously married to the actress Amy Van Nostrand, raising two children over the course of a 28-year relationship.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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In addition to the money raised, the event boosted awareness of global poverty and hunger.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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If the Tripadvisor business was the company’s only segment, this valuation could be justified.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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What event could possibly justify closing a major highway for days on end?—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Recently, Tiger Woods has been making more frequent public appearances, mostly to support his son Charlie's rising junior golf career.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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In addition, the iron, copper and zinc in quinoa work together to support energy production, the immune system and overall health for bones, skin and brain function.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
12 July 2025
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“Uphold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uphold. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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