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stands the gaff

stands the gaff is the third-person singular simple present indicative 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 stands the gaff

What is stands the gaff the third-person singular simple present indicative of?
Stands the gaff is the third-person singular simple present indicative of stand the gaff.

Words near stands the gaff in the dictionary

  1. stands sentinel
  2. stands sentry
  3. stands shilly-shally
  4. stands still
  5. stands tall
  6. stands the gaff
  7. stands the test of time
  8. stands there like a lemon
  9. stands to
  10. stands to reason
  11. stands together

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