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Was A Candidate For Election Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "STOOD" which means:
- noun
- • A support or foundation
- • The position where a thing or person stands
- • A growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
- • A small table for holding articles of various kinds
- • A support for displaying ot holding various articles
- • An interruption of normal activity
- • A mental position from which things are viewed
- • A booth where articles are displayed for sale
- • A stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance
- • Tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
- • A platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air
- • A defensive effort verb
- • Be standing; be upright
- • Be in some specified state or condition
- • Occupy a place or location, also metaphorically
- • Hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
- • Put up with something or somebody unpleasant
- • Have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
- • Remain inactive or immobile
- • Be in effect; be or remain in force
- • Be tall; have a height of; copula
- • Put into an upright position
- • Withstand the force of something
- • Be available for stud services
An example sentence would be:
- • "He stood up when the president entered the room."
- • "We stood in line for over an hour."
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