Synonyms of stand back

Verb


1. stand back, keep one's eyes off, keep one's distance, keep one's hands off, stay away, be

usage: stay clear of, avoid; "Keep your hands off my wife!"; "Keep your distance from this man--he is dangerous"

2. stand back, stand, stand up

usage: stand away from an object or person; "He stood back to look at her"

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