Phrase guide
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verb
To stubbornly resist assault, pressure or opposition, either physically or mentally.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic
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Synonyms: hold firm, hold hard, hold one's ground, stand firm, stand fast, stand one's ground
Antonyms: let go, leave go, leave hold
verb
A formal command to a ship's crew to grasp and hold on to a solid fitting, such as ropes or rails, to avoid being swept overboard, especially during a storm.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
Synonyms: hold hard
Antonyms: none provided
verb
stick to firmly
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Synonyms: adhere, bond, bind, stick, stick to
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: attach
Narrower terms: bind
History
A verbal phrase composed of the words: hold ("grasp", "grip") and fast ("resolutely", "steadfastly").
