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mantém-se firme

[mɐ̃ˈtɛ̃ʃ-sə ˈfirmə]
verb phrase
stands firm, holds firm, remains steadfast
1. To maintain a firm or unwavering position; to refuse to yield or change one's stance
He maintains his firm stance on the matter despite criticism.
Ele mantém-se firme em sua posição apesar das críticas.
2. To remain resolute or determined in the face of adversity
The team kept their resolve and stood firm against the stronger opponent.
O time mantém-se firme contra o adversário mais forte.
3. To stay strong or stable in one's convictions or beliefs
She maintains her firm commitment to her principles.
Ela mantém-se firme em seus princípios.
NYC Slang
stays strong, doesn't back down, keeps it together
Synonyms
permanece firmecontinua firmemantém-se resolutoresistenão cedepersevera
Antonyms
cededesistevacilafragiliza-serendeu-se

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mantém-se firme
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
mantém-se firme
Common in formal and informal speech
Rio de Janeiro
mantém-se firme
Used in both standard and colloquial contexts
Portugal
mantém-se firme
Standard European Portuguese usage

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