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The phrase "as things stood" is correct and usable in written English.
This phrase is typically used to describe the current state of affairs, often in comparison to how they may change in the future. For example, "As things stood, the senator had a strong chance of being re-elected."
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The Corps, as things stood, was not yet in charge.
As things stood, the vice-chairman decided, his only hope lay in getting rid of Miaomiao.
As things stood on Tuesday, officials said, the administration faced two unpalatable options.
It seemed to Filippetti that as things stood the museum would never reopen.
Now, as things stood, they were slipping off the top, three points behind Atlético Madrid and just two ahead of Real Madrid, who were still to play.
It looks comical on screen, but the last thing Hungary needed was another missed chance: as things stood, they were virtually out.
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As things stand, that is.
No chance of that, as things stand.
But, as things stand, Ashton is out.
As things stand, it would be defeated.
As things stand, he's halfway there.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

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