English / phrase
Stand your ground
MEANING IN ENGLISH
to refuse to yield, retreat, or change your opinion despite intense opposition or criticism
In context
01
Despite facing relentless pressure from the board members, the CEO stood her ground on the environmental policy.
02
You must stand your ground and defend your rights whenever someone tries to intimidate you.
Synonyms
Hold your ground,stay firm,refuse to budge
Antonyms
Back down,cave in,give way
Collocations
Stand your ground firmly,stand your ground against critics,refuse to budge and stand your ground