to support or remain loyal to someone, especially in difficult times
jemanden unterstützen oder loyal bleiben, besonders in schwierigen Zeiten (jemanden unterstützen oder loyal bleiben, besonders in schwierigen Zeiten)
"She always stands by her brother no matter what happens."
"Sie steht immer an der Seite von ihrem Bruder, egal was passiert." (Sie steht immer **an der Seite von** ihrem Bruder, egal was passiert.)
to take advantage of a situation for financial gain
to support or strengthen something that is weak or unstable
to express gratitude in a sincere way
to strengthen the emotional connection between people
to make partnerships or coalitions with other nations strong...
to reduce the size or capacity to fit a smaller need