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- not stand still for (something)
not stand still for (something)
not stand still for (something)
To not accept, tolerate, endure, or put up with something. I won't stand still for Jonathan's infidelity anymore: I'm filing for divorce tomorrow! The people of this country will not stand still for the persecution administered by the despots and corrupt politicians in government.
Common Names:
| Name | Gender | Pronounced | Usage |
| Kepheus | | - | Greek Mythology |
| Kiara | | kee-AHR-ə | English (Modern) |
| Roland | | ['rəulənd] | |
| Roxanne | | rahk-SAN (English), rok-SAHN (French) | English, French |
| Zaccai | | - | Biblical |
| RacŁAw | | RAHTS-wahf | Polish |