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stand one's ground
/stænd wʌnz ɡraʊnd/
refuse to retreat or yield
Despite the pressure, she stood her ground and refused to compromise.
She remained firm in her position and did not give in.
informal
To remain firm in one's position or opinion despite opposition or pressure.
The negotiator stood his ground even when the other party raised their voices.
He remained resolute and did not back down during the heated discussion.
She stood her ground during the debate, defending her stance with evidence.
She maintained her position and supported it with facts.
This phrase is often used to describe someone who remains steadfast in their beliefs or actions.
Collocations
stand firmremain resolutehold one's groundsimilar to 'stand one's ground'
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Pro Tip
Usage Context
Use this phrase when describing someone who is resolute and unyielding in their stance.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
While this phrase is idiomatic, it can be used in both formal and informal settings.
Word Origin
The phrase originates from military contexts where soldiers were ordered to hold their position against enemy advances. Over time, it has been generalized to describe any situation where someone refuses to give in.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe determination and resolve.
Word Breakdown
stand
to remain in a position
verbone's
possessive form indicating personal position
possessiveground
position or stance
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