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uphold

Ngoại động từ

This word carries a heavy sense of duty and institutional authority. It is rarely used in casual conversation, appearing instead in legal, political, or formal ethical contexts. It suggests a vertical movement of support, as if holding something up to prevent it from falling or being overturned.

Ý nghĩa

Ngoại động từ

[someone][something]

To confirm or support a decision, law, or principle.

"The Supreme Court voted to uphold the lower court's ruling."

Ngoại động từ

[something]

To maintain or defend a tradition, standard, or reputation.

"The soldiers swore an oath to uphold the constitution."

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