not retreat
stay where you are when threatened
refuse to change your mind/opinion
to not to withdraw
relating to self-defence law (in the US)
a law or legal principle that permits a person to use fatal force in self-protection without first trying to retreat.
We stood our ground on the footpath, and then eventually, all the cows moved away.
Moira’s son wanted her to move in with him after her husband died, but she held her ground and stayed where she was.
The council wanted to widen the road, but the shop owners stood their ground, and they won in the end.
The school bully came up to George and threatened him, but he held his ground even though he was petrified.
Stand your ground and do not surrender on values or sovereignty.
Humans need to stand their ground against Covid-19.
If you see a bear coming towards you in Jungle, stop and hold your ground.
Be receptive but also stand your ground – if you appear weak the other side will likely use this to their advantage.
If people can intimidate you, they will. You’ve just got to stand your ground.
The next time you answer a question in class, don’t be afraid to stand your ground, but stay calm and be willing to face opposition.
There is no origin for this idiom
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