0 to be waiting and ready to do something or to help: --
Cabin crew, please stand by for take-off.
1 to allow something unpleasant to happen without doing anything to stop it: --
We can't stand by while millions of people starve.
2 to let something happen or to be unable to prevent something: --
We stood by helplessly while the fire destroyed our barn.
How could anyone simply stand by while the man was robbed?
3 to be prepared for something: --
The general ordered his troops to stand by for a possible attack.
4 to be ready to do something: --
The Central Bank was standing by, ready to intervene to prevent a further slide against the dollar.
5 to show that you still believe or support something: --
The Government lost a lot of voters because it failed to stand by its election promises.
We stand by our view that rates may need to rise to 5% next year.
Fire fighters were standing by in case of emergencies.
Could you stand by in case I need help?
I'll be standing by in case you need me for anything.
The pilot told the cabin crew to stand by for take-off.
Police in riot gear were standing by in case the demonstration got out of control.
NYA ORD
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May 10, 2021
DAGENS ORD
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stand by