uphold examination
[/ʌpˈhoʊld ɪɡˈzæmɪneɪʃən/]
noun phrase / verb phrasepl: uphold examinations
manter o exame / sustentar o exame
1. To maintain, support, or validate the results or legitimacy of an examination or test
The court decided to uphold the examination results despite the defendant's objections.
O tribunal decidiu manter os resultados do exame apesar das objeções do réu.
2. To confirm or affirm the validity of an examination conducted by an institution or authority
The university will uphold the examination standards to ensure academic integrity.
A universidade manterá os padrões do exame para garantir a integridade acadêmica.
3. To continue supporting or enforcing the requirements and procedures of an examination
We must uphold examination protocols to maintain credibility.
Devemos sustentar os protocolos do exame para manter a credibilidade.
This phrase is primarily used in formal contexts such as law, education, and institutional governance. In Brazil, it appears frequently in academic disputes, judicial proceedings, and official communications regarding test validity and educational standards. The term emphasizes authority, legitimacy, and the maintenance of established procedures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
uphold examination standards
uphold examination integrity
uphold examination results
uphold examination procedures
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