"The lucky firstborn son stands to inherit much more than the cadet branches of a family."
What does the expression "stands to" mean in the context above?
Also, if possible, could you provide a few other similar examples?
Thank you very much in advance.
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It means he is expected to, is likely to.
Fuel prices stand to rise later in the year - they are likely or are expected to rise.
If you invest wisely, you stand to have a good retirement - it is likely you will have a good retirement.
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