Stand up
Stand up verb - To withstand scrutiny and gain acceptance or approval.
Usage example: a hypothesis that won't stand up to close analysis
Take
Take verb - To reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms.
Both terms in one sentence
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I Am Spartacus: When the scheme is blown, all the other kids stand up and take responsibility alongside Mud.
Source: Film / Camp Nowhere -
When Octavia asked for her help and was rejected, Octavia dared her to either waste away or stand up and take her revenge.
Source: Series / The 100 - After Peter Parker is bitten and receives his powers, he begins to stand up for himself more, eventually refusing to take crap from Jerk Jock Flash Thompson.
Source: Frivolous Lawsuit
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