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stand tall

idiom
Meaning

To behave in a brave, proud, or unyielding manner, without retreating from confrontation, danger, or adversity.


Examples
SIMPLE

You should stand tall when people treat you unfairly.

CONTEXTUAL

Even though the interview was difficult, she stood tall and answered every question with confidence.

COMPLEX

Despite the severe criticism directed at his controversial policy, the leader stood tall and refused to compromise his core principles.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    blow this pop stand

    To exit or remove oneself from a less than exciting location or environment.

  2. 02

    blow this Popsicle stand

    To leave a place, often with anger or anticipation of going somewhere more exciting.

  3. 03

    can't stand

    cannot put up with

  4. 04

    can't stand the sight of

    To hate vehemently; to really despise.

  5. 05

    cut down the tall poppy

    To belittle or undermine someone who is perceived as superior or more successful and accomplished.

  6. 06

    half-night stand

    A single sexual encounter between two individuals, lasting for less than an entire night, where at least one of the partners has no immediate intention or expectation of establishing a longer-term sexual or romantic relationship.

  7. 07

    not have a leg to stand on

    To lack support, as in an argument, debate, or negotiation.

  8. 08

    one-night stand

    A single sexual encounter between two individuals, where at least one of the partners has no immediate intention or expectation of establishing a longer-term sexual or romantic relationship.

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