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Discover LudwigThe phrase "stand by and" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you want to emphasize that someone should remain in their current position and wait for further instructions or action. For example: "Stand by and wait for my signal before you make your move."
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She finally signalled "STAND BY," and the Captain signalled back "SLOW AHEAD".
"We just stand by and watch".
American forces stand by and do nothing.
We can't stand by and watch.
Why did the riot police stand by and do nothing?
"We will not stand by and let that happen".
And Dad didn't care to stand by and watch.
Why stand by and let reality rule the universe?
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He asked if I would be on stand-by and play a part against Norway".
Would you just stand-by and watch?
"We are always on stand-by and ready to go wherever there is a need".
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