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standing the gaff

standing the gaff is the present participle and gerund of stand the gaff.

Meaning of stand the gaff

Verb

stand the gaff (third-person singular simple present stands the gaff, present participle standing the gaff, simple past and past participle stood the gaff)

  1. To endure harsh criticism, rough treatment, or severe difficulties without complaining or breaking down.

Questions about standing the gaff

What is standing the gaff the present participle and gerund of?
Standing the gaff is the present participle and gerund of stand the gaff.

Words near standing the gaff in the dictionary

  1. standing stock
  2. standing stocks
  3. standing stone
  4. standing stones
  5. standing tall
  6. standing the gaff
  7. standing the test of time
  8. standing there like a lemon
  9. standing to
  10. standing to reason
  11. standing together

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