How to Pronounce "stand still for"
expression
ˈstænd/ /ˈstɪɫ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
STAND-stil-for
stˈænd/ /stˈɪl/ /fˈɔː
stand-STIL-faw
Definition
To allow or tolerate something bad or unpleasant to happen without objecting or protesting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstænd/ /ˈstɪɫ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
stˈænd/ /stˈɪl/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAND-stil-for
UK
stand-STIL-faw
Listen in Context
I will not stand still for any cheating in this class.
We shouldn't stand still for rude behavior.
Do you really think people will stand still for this price increase?
My boss won't stand still for any excuses if you're late.