Phrasal Verbs

stand by (1)

This page is about the phrasal verb stand by (1)

Meaning

If you're standing by, you're ready to do something or help somebody.

For example

  • stand by The airport's rescue team stands by around the clock in case there is a fire or a plane crash.

  • stand by A doctor is always standing by at the boxing stadium in case one of the fighters needs medical attention.

Quick Quiz

A pilot tells the cabin crew to "stand by" whenever it's time to

a. serve the food

b. stand on passengers

c. take off or land
a) serve the food b) stand on passengers c) take off or land
stand by (1)

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