stand to

Etymology
Shortened form of "stand to arms"

Verb

 * 1) To tolerate (something); to be able to withstand (something) stressful that will be ultimately beneficial.
 * You could stand to lose a couple pounds.
 * 1) To be on the verge of (something) happening, if certain conditions are met.
 * He stands to inherit ten million dollars if that happens!
 * 1)  To live up to; to insist upon or maintain.
 * I do not, for that cause, or any other cause, propose to destroy, or alter, or disregard the constitution. I stand to it, fairly, fully, and firmly. Abraham Lincoln
 * I do not, for that cause, or any other cause, propose to destroy, or alter, or disregard the constitution. I stand to it, fairly, fully, and firmly. Abraham Lincoln