Phrases Expressing Likes and Dislikes

I can't stand...

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Meaning

I dislike something intensely.

Examples

  • John: 'Let's go to the beach.'
  • Alice: '<b>I can't stand</b> sand; it gets everywhere.'
  • John: 'No, <b>I can't stand</b> that genre; I prefer classical.'
  • Alice: 'Shall we listen to some jazz music?'
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