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Another word for stand-by

stand-by Synonyms

stand-by

n.

upholder, supporter, advocate; see patron 1, protector.

stand by Synonyms

stand by

v.

To defend or help
befriend, second, abet; see defend 2, 3, help 1, sustain 3.
To wait
be prepared, be ready, be near; see wait 1.

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Another word for stand by

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No one has to be on stand-by to take you to the next destination.
The old stand-by question for red carpet reporters is "Who are you wearing?"
Stand-by songs like Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
Traditional Thanksgiving dinners are a good stand-by and a great idea if you are cooking for a large group of people, but for a tasty change of pace you might want to explore some alternative Thanksgiving dinner ideas.
Children's menus are also offered with stand-by selections such as pizza, burgers, and chicken fingers.

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