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staying resolute

[/ˈsteɪɪŋ ˈrezəluːt/]
verb phrase
manter-se firme / permanecer resoluto
1. To remain firm, determined, and unwavering in one's purpose or conviction despite difficulties or opposition
Despite the criticism, she stayed resolute in her decision to pursue medicine.
Apesar das críticas, ela manteve-se firme em sua decisão de seguir medicina.
2. To continue steadfastly with a course of action without changing one's mind
The team stayed resolute throughout the challenging season.
O time permaneceu resoluto durante toda a temporada desafiadora.
NYC Slang
staying solid / keeping it real / not backing down
Synonyms
remaining steadfaststaying firmholding firmpersistingstaying committedremaining determined
Antonyms
waveringbacking downgiving upsurrenderingvacillatingbecoming uncertain

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
manter-se firme / permanecer resoluto
Most common and widely understood across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ficar firme / manter o pé firme
Colloquial expression emphasizing steadfastness
São Paulo
manter a determinação / seguir firme
Common in business and professional contexts
Portugal
manter-se firme / permanecer resoluto
Similar to Brazilian usage; 'manter posição' also used

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay the course
hold one's ground
not budge an inch
stand firm
keep one's chin up
não ceder um milímetro
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