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taking a stand

taking a stand is the present participle and gerund of take a stand.

Meaning of take a stand

Verb

take a stand (third-person singular simple present takes a stand, present participle taking a stand, simple past took a stand, past participle taken a stand)

  1. (idiomatic) To assert an opinion or viewpoint; to defend one's point of view or beliefs.
    • There will come a time when you'll need to take a stand for the changes you want.

Questions about taking a stand

What is taking a stand the present participle and gerund of?
Taking a stand is the present participle and gerund of take a stand.

Words near taking a stand in the dictionary

  1. taking a shining to
  2. taking a shit
  3. taking a shot in the dark
  4. taking a sight
  5. taking a stab at
  6. taking a stand
  7. taking a step back
  8. taking a tinkle
  9. taking a toll
  10. taking a tumble
  11. taking a turn

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