stand to
verb
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To tolerate (something); to be able to withstand (something) stressful that will be ultimately beneficial.
Example: You could stand to lose a couple pounds.
To be on the verge of (something) happening, if certain conditions are met.
Example: He stands to inherit ten million dollars if that happens!
noun
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A state of readiness assumed by ground troops at dawn and dusk in wartime.
verb
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To assume such a state of readiness.