Stand by

verb

  1. To wait in expectation of some event; to make ready.

    Please stand by for more instructions.

  2. To remain loyal or faithful to.

    Even though money is scarce sometimes, Ann stands by her decision to be a full-time mother.

  3. To support; to continue to support despite things being bad.

    They stood by us all along and it's awesome to see them out here to support us today.

Synonyms: lallygag, waste time, go to the wall for someone, keep faith, uphold, hang on, stay

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