hold one's ground
Definitions
To maintain one's position or opinion in the face of opposition or pressure.
To refuse to retreat or give way during a confrontation or conflict.
Examples
Despite the intense pressure from his opponents, the politician refused to back down and managed to hold his ground.
The small group of soldiers was ordered to hold their ground until reinforcements arrived.
Synonyms
stand firm stand one's ground maintain one's position refuse to budge stand fast hold fast