hang tough
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Kelly was convinced that the “Wing T” playbook that had once steamrolled Colgate and Gettysburg was just what Northwestern needed to hang tough against the likes of Ohio State.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
Market commentators typically advise investors to hang tough during periods of volatility like this one.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 18, 2025
Djokovic proved he could still hang tough with the next generation over five sets when he recovered to beat Alcaraz on Tuesday.
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2025
Morgan State: With leading scorer Wynston Tabbs injured, the Bears were still able to hang tough in a rare opportunity against a ranked team at home.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 22, 2023
When the miners wondered if they should quit the strike, their wives told them to hang tough.
From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell
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