Hold (one's) ground spoken language verb phrase
Use to describe the act of keeping one's position against attack or opposition.
Though many soldiers were killed, the army held its ground.
Despite the other team's fierce attack, our defense still held our ground.
Though most of the board was against her idea, she held her ground and presented a more detailed draft.
Though people around laughed at his idea, he held his ground and made it real.
1. To close a road or an opening by erecting barriers at one end or in front of it.
2. To isolate oneself to avoid undesirable interactions with people.
3. To deny listening to views, ideas, or opinions different from yours.
To withdraw completely and permanently from a relationship, circumstance, or attachment.
To have to regret, withdraw or feel foolish about what they have said.
1. To move someone or something away from someone or something else.
2. To withdraw from someone or something.
3. (Of a vehicle) To start moving ahead and away.
4. To move ahead of other competitors in a contest.
Meaning absolutely certain or without a doubt
I am as sure as God made little green apples that Peter's the one for you, you two make a beautiful couple.