Phrase guide

stick up for

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To speak or act in defence (of); to defend or protect.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • You really need to stick up for yourself against that bully.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 挺身而出 (tǐngshēn'érchū) — speak or act in defence of
  • Finnish: puolustaa — speak or act in defence of
  • French: défendre — speak or act in defence of
  • French: prendre la défense de — speak or act in defence of