Upheld Meaning

/ʌpˈhɛld/
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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verbsimple past and past participle of uphold

Sami's conviction was upheld.
Quebec's blatantly discriminatory and hateful law was upheld by the Quebec Superior Court.
I'll see to it that my rights are upheld.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After careful review, the appeals court finally ____ the lower court's ruling.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The court ____ the original decision, stating that the law had been followed correctly by the local authorities today.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
After careful review, the appeals court finally ____ the lower court's ruling.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The court ____ the original decision, stating that the law had been followed correctly by the local authorities today.

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