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manter-se firme

[man-ter-se FIR-me]
verb phrase
to stand firm; to hold one's ground; to remain steadfast
1. To maintain a resolute or unwavering position despite pressure or opposition
She decided to stand firm on her principles even when facing criticism.
Ela decidiu manter-se firme em seus princípios mesmo diante de críticas.
2. To remain stable or steady in one's convictions, decisions, or physical stance
The negotiator maintained his ground throughout the difficult talks.
O negociador manteve-se firme durante as difíceis negociações.
3. To persist or endure without wavering in commitment or belief
Despite the hardships, he held firm to his vision.
Apesar das dificuldades, ele manteve-se firme em sua visão.
NYC Slang
hold your ground; stand your ground; stay solid
Synonyms
manter-se inabalávelmanter-se resolutonão cederpermanecer intransigenteestar firmemanter a posição
Antonyms
cederrender-sedesistirfraquejaroscilarvacilar

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
manter-se firme
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
manter-se firme
Common in colloquial speech
São Paulo
manter-se firme
Standard in business and formal contexts
Portugal
manter-se firme
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

manter a linha
não sair do prumo
não dar o braço a torcer
ficar de pé
manter a compostura
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