Stand easy
phrase
A command given, typically in a military context, to relax after standing at attention.
The commander noticed the fatigue among his soldiers, so he ordered them to 'stand easy'.
Often appears as...
- order to stand easy
- stand easy command
Usage tips
Technical
phrase
A command given, typically in a military context, to relax after standing at attention.
The commander noticed the fatigue among his soldiers, so he ordered them to 'stand easy'.
Often appears as...
- order to stand easy
- stand easy command
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Military Origin
Originates from military settings, signaling soldiers can relax their strict posture.
After the parade, the sergeant gave us the 'stand easy' instruction.
Pro Tip 2/3Still Alert
Even when 'stand easy' is given, soldiers remain attentive for further instructions.
Although the soldiers were at 'stand easy', their eyes followed the officer's movements.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Dismissed
'Stand easy' doesn't mean soldiers can leave; they stay in position, but more comfortably.
The troops sighed in relief at 'stand easy' yet remained in formation.
Pro Tip 1/3Military Origin
Originates from military settings, signaling soldiers can relax their strict posture.
After the parade, the sergeant gave us the 'stand easy' instruction.
Pro Tip 2/3Still Alert
Even when 'stand easy' is given, soldiers remain attentive for further instructions.
Although the soldiers were at 'stand easy', their eyes followed the officer's movements.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Dismissed
'Stand easy' doesn't mean soldiers can leave; they stay in position, but more comfortably.
The troops sighed in relief at 'stand easy' yet remained in formation.
Pro Tip 1/3Military Origin
Originates from military settings, signaling soldiers can relax their strict posture.
After the parade, the sergeant gave us the 'stand easy' instruction.
Pro Tip 2/3Still Alert
Even when 'stand easy' is given, soldiers remain attentive for further instructions.
Although the soldiers were at 'stand easy', their eyes followed the officer's movements.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Dismissed
'Stand easy' doesn't mean soldiers can leave; they stay in position, but more comfortably.
The troops sighed in relief at 'stand easy' yet remained in formation.
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