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stay the course
/steɪ ðə kɔːrs/
to continue pursuing a plan despite difficulties
Even when the market crashed, the CEO advised the team to stay the course.
The CEO encouraged the team to keep following their original plan despite the financial downturn.
Business
formalinformal
To persist in a plan or strategy despite challenges or setbacks
The coach told the players to stay the course and focus on their training regimen.
The coach advised the team to keep following their training plan despite recent losses.
During the economic crisis, the government decided to stay the course with its fiscal policies.
The government chose to continue its economic policies despite the financial challenges.
Often used in leadership, sports, and political contexts to emphasize perseverance.
Collocations
stay the courseto continue a plan despite difficulties
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Pro Tip
Usage Context
This phrase is often used in formal or motivational settings to encourage persistence.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While useful, overusing this phrase can make communication sound repetitive.
Word Origin
Originated in the 19th century, likely from nautical or military contexts where maintaining a set course was crucial.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in business, politics, and sports to encourage persistence in a strategy or plan.
Word Breakdown
stay
to remain in place or continue
verbthe course
a planned path or strategy
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