Neither side wants to blink first in this argument.
blink first
idiomTo be the first party in some situation to give in or back down.
The two companies are waiting for the other to blink first during these difficult contract negotiations.
In the high-stakes game of geopolitical posturing, both nations remained resolute, neither willing to blink first and risk a loss of national prestige.
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blink of an eye
A moment (a very short period of time).
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cast the first stone
To act self-righteously in accusing another person, believing oneself to be blameless.
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come first
To win first place in a competition.
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director of first impressions
A receptionist.
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feet first
In the manner of a deceased person (i.e., dead).
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first among equals
A person or position that is formally of equal rank to others in a group, but nonetheless takes a leading role within that group.
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first and last
A person's combined given name and surname.
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first annual
Being the first occurrence of an event that is scheduled or hoped to become annual.