verbπShareTo wait in expectation of some event; to make ready."Please stand by for more instructions."actioneventsituationplanmilitarybusinesstechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo remain loyal or faithful to."Even though money is scarce sometimes, Ann stands by her decision to be a full-time mother."attitudevaluemoralChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo support; to continue to support despite things being bad."Even though his grades were dropping, his parents promised to standby him and help him improve. "aidbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo do nothing. To be inactive in a situation."The firefighters had to standby while the hazardous materials team assessed the chemical spill. "situationactionconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be ready to provide assistance if required."The tug stood by in case it was needed."aidservicemilitarybusinessjobpositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation)."The troops were on standby in case of an attack."situationconditionactioneventtechnologystatemilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareSleep mode"The television is in standby, so it's using very little power. "electronicstechnologycomputingmachinedeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(travel) Waiting at the airport in the hope of getting a seat on a flight that is already booked out."My standby at the airport for the flight home was long and frustrating. "vehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareSomething that is standard, well-tested, or frequently used."That recipe is an old standby, and she keeps the ingredients around in case of unexpected guests."utilitydevicetechnologyelectronicsmachineserviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
