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stand by

To wait and be ready, or to support someone.

Meanings of «stand by»

1 · verb

to support and stay loyal to someone

I will always stand by my best friend, no matter what.

2 · verb

to wait, ready to act if needed

The doctors stand by in case of an emergency.

Similar: waitbe readybe on call

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