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not stand still for (something)

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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.

See also: not, stand, still