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take a firm stand

/teɪk ə fɜːm stænd/

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phrase

/teɪk ə fɜːm stænd/B2formal
  • ruВыражать твердое, непоколебимое мнение или позицию по какому-либо вопросу, отказываясь идти на компромисс или менять свою точку зрения.

To express a strong, unwavering opinion or position on an issue, refusing to compromise or change one's stance.

  1. Express strong opinionB2formal

    To express a strong, unwavering opinion or position on an issue, refusing to compromise.

    ruЗанимать твердую позицию

    • The politician took a firm stand against corruption.
    • She took a firm stand on environmental protection.
    • The union took a firm stand during the negotiations.
  2. Refuse to change positionB2formal

    To refuse to change one's decision or opinion despite pressure.

    ruТвёрдая позиция

    • He took a firm stand and would not back down.
    • The company took a firm stand on its pricing policy.
    • They took a firm stand against the proposed changes.