stands
verbUK /stændz/
US /stændz/
Stays upright on your feet and does not sit or lie down.
She stands by the window and watches the rain.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Small tables or booths where things are sold or shown.
The market stands were full of fresh fruit.
3. Places where people sit or stand to watch a game or show.
We cheered from the stands at the baseball game.
4. Keeps being true or keeps existing.
The old rule still stands today.
5. Takes a position on an issue.
The mayor stands against the new tax.