(idiomatic) To publicly make known one's views, contributions, or vote, especially in a contentious situation where fortitude is required.

(idomatic) A single sexual encounter between two individuals, lasting for less than an entire night, where at least one of the partners has no immediate intention or expectation of establishing a longer-term sexual or romantic relationship.

Synonym of behind every successful man there stands a woman (“men's success often depends on the support and work of their wives or female partners”)

A man’s achievements are made possible by the support and work of their wife or female partner.

To be independent; not to rely on others.

(dated) To have or affect a high notion of one's own rank, privilege, or character.

(idiomatic) To take a position which is harmful to one's own interests.

To insist upon certain conditions.

(construction) A standing seam that uses a double overlapping interlock between two metal panels.

(simile) Absolutely true; with no exaggeration or falsehood.