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Katie Anh
2022-08-02 11:08
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.
Do you see anything wrong?
Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.
Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.
