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Jimmy Hung
2021-11-10 08:11
Be set in (one's) ways disapproval phrase
To be rigid and unwilling to change one's habits, behaviors, opinions, etc.
My brother is too set in his ways to quit smoking.
I think you won't persuade him to change his job. He is set in his ways.
Once she has a bad impression of someone, she will keep her prejudices about them. She's too set in her ways.
It means people cannot change their nature like personalities, habits, etc.
To stand still, to be unbending, immutable and a little bit odd.
Said when you are not sure whether one's intention to change a bad habit is true or not
A rude phrase expressing contempt, disgust, or anger to someone who has a rigid or serious demeanor
To stand still, to be unbending, immutable and a little bit odd.
The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.
Do you see anything wrong?
To keep optimistic or have hope that something positive will occur and simultaneously prepare for a negative outcome
All I can do is hoping for the best and preparing for the worst.
