stands in the gap

A form of stand in the gap — 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.

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Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of stand in the gap
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