stand in the gap en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Meanings
- (idiomatic) To expose oneself for the protection of something; to make defence against any assailing danger; to take the place of a fallen defender or supporter.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| stands in the gap | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| stood in the gap | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| stood in the gap | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| standing in the gap | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic |