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Uphold

/əˈphoʊld/
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(verb) To hold up; to lift on high; to elevate.

As a public official you have sworn an oath to uphold and defend the constitution.
Many people uphold the stance that 95% of DNA is junk.
CEFR Practice Quiz
It is our responsibility to ____ the rules of the organization and ensure that everyone is treated fairly today.

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