They promised to stand by each other through thick and thin.
Они пообещали поддерживать друг друга и в радости, и в беде.
stand by
to keep supporting someone in a difficult time
оставаться на чьей-то стороне

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They promised to stand by each other through thick and thin.
Они пообещали поддерживать друг друга и в радости, и в беде.
Her friends stood by her.
Друзья поддержали ее.
I will always stand by you.
Я всегда буду тебя поддерживать.
General word for supporting someone; broader.
ENMy parents support me in everything.
Informal: stay loyal to someone in difficult times.
ENReal friends stick by you.
To defend someone when they are criticised or attacked.
ENShe always stands up for her little brother.
To support a person, plan or decision.
ENWe will back you whatever you decide.
stand by belongs to the topic "Friends and Acquaintances →". Start with a short set of 2 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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stand by is pronounced as /ˌstænd ˈbaɪ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Друзья поддержали ее. Translation: Her friends stood by her.
Yes, stand by can be learned in the Friends and Acquaintances topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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