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But the internet ensures that the law of defamation now threatens anyone who stands up for what he believes to be right.

her life became a cautionary tale of the risks a Chinese citizen takes if she stands up for her rights.

He stands up for the honour of his own country His quarrels with the queen's dwarf.

These days anyone who really stands up for that principal is promptly labeled a "crackpot" , traitor and worse.

Atticus Finch stands up for what is right and is not afraid to let his children see it.

He stands up for the week without having regard for his own safety.

He always stands up for the things in which he believes.

Frank always stands up for his younger brother against bullies.

He stands up for what he thinks right, whatever the personal cost.

Stainless steel drum resists scratches and stands up for everyday use.

Our Chinese academic partners will not retaliate if a U. S. university stands up for academic freedom.

Stuart always stands up for his brother.

He has been at his most attractive, especially to independents such as this newspaper, when he stands up for issues that he believes in.

He stands up for his performances.

Ma Yaohai is a man who stands up for his beliefs.

The leader stands up for equal rights.

He always stands up for Mr. Smith.

and stands up for the rights of other nerds