Uphold

usgb/ʌpˈhəʊld/
verb

To support or approve something.

The court decided to uphold the school's regulations.
Visual representation of "uphold" - To support or approve something

Often appears as...

  • uphold law
  • uphold decision
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Affirmative Stance

Used when agreeing with or confirming the validity of something.

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The committee voted to uphold the new policy.
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Action Required

Implies a responsibility to act in order to maintain or approve something.

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Managers are expected to uphold the company’s values.
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