Cool MateMeaning of Hold your ground
To maintain your position or beliefs despite opposition.
In simple words: Stand firm in your position or beliefs.
Hold your ground in a sentence
- In the meeting, she decided to hold her ground on the project budget.
- Even when criticized, he chose to hold his ground regarding the policies.
- During the debate, they must hold their ground despite the opposing arguments.
- When challenged, it's important to hold your ground and express your views clearly.
- She held her ground when others tried to pressure her into changing her mind.
How to use Hold your ground
Used in contexts where someone needs to maintain their position or opinion against opposition. It's neutral and appropriate for formal and informal discussions.
Grammar pattern
hold your ground
Memory hint
Think of standing on solid ground, refusing to be moved.
Related words
Collocations with Hold your ground
- hold your position
- hold your beliefs
- hold your values
- hold your stance
- hold your opinions
Common mistakes with Hold your ground
- Confusing with 'give ground' which means to yield or compromise.
- Using 'hold your ground' in contexts where physical action is implied rather than ideological.
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Frequently asked questions about Hold your ground
What does Hold your ground mean?
Stand firm in your position or beliefs.
What is the definition of Hold your ground?
To maintain your position or beliefs despite opposition.
How do you use Hold your ground in a sentence?
In the meeting, she decided to hold her ground on the project budget.
Can you give another example of Hold your ground?
Even when criticized, he chose to hold his ground regarding the policies.
What are synonyms for Hold your ground?
Common alternatives include stand firm, resist, maintain, persevere, stay put.
What words go with Hold your ground?
It commonly pairs with hold your position, hold your beliefs, hold your values, hold your stance, hold your opinions.
What are common mistakes when using Hold your ground?
Confusing with 'give ground' which means to yield or compromise. Using 'hold your ground' in contexts where physical action is implied rather than ideological.
How do you pronounce Hold your ground?
US: //hoʊld jɔʊr graʊnd//, UK: //həʊld jɔː ɡraʊnd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Hold your ground?
Used in contexts where someone needs to maintain their position or opinion against opposition. It's neutral and appropriate for formal and informal discussions.