Break
Break verb - To cause to separate into pieces usually suddenly or forcibly.
Stand up
Stand up verb - To withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval.
Both terms in one sentence
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Can't say no to girls in bars, can't stand up to his girlfriend, and couldn't break up with his ex without assistance.
Source: Series / Coupling -
Additionally, this is done to them to break their collective will, so as to not be able to provide a Hope Spot for anyone trying to stand up to the Stasi.
Source: Light Novel / Schwarzesmarken -
While it's a pathetically easy boss on any side, it occurs just after Gamma's Pet the Dog moment rescuing Amy, leading her to stand up for him and break the fight up, finalising his HeelFace Turn.
Source: Climax Boss
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