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Discover LudwigThe phrase "am standing for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when expressing support for a cause, candidate, or idea, often in the context of politics or advocacy.
Example: "I am standing for environmental protection and sustainable practices in our community."
Alternatives: "supporting" or "advocating for".
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am standing for
verb
In the process of coming to an upright position.
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I am standing for mayor for one clear reason.
"I am a Labour MP and I am standing for Labour at the next election.
"I am standing for the FIFA position, not the Asia presidency.
I trust I've explained the reasons why I am standing for the leadership of the Liberal party.
That is why I am standing for election as the next IPCC Chair and I explain my reasons below.
He added: "That is why I am standing for this leadership, to heal our party, to unite us.
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We're standing for "God Bless America".
Mr Fico is standing for re-election.
They have been standing for several hours.
He will be standing for election".
Bosse said: "We are standing for human rights, we are standing for dignity and we are standing for those who don't have a voice".
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