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be firm

VERB
insist
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assert contend demand hold maintain press reiterate repeat request stand firm urge vow
STRONG
asseverate aver importune persist require swear
WEAK
lay down the law take a stand
Antonyms
STRONGEST
abandon desert reply
WEAK
endure forget tolerate

Example Sentences

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France launched their Six Nations defence with an impressive 36-14 win at home to Ireland and will be firm favourites to add to Wales' woes.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Mui tries to latch onto her frustration, underlining how Mamdani will be firm in pushing back on Trump.

From Slate • Oct. 27, 2025

But Downing Street said he would also "be firm on the need to have honest conversations on areas of disagreement", and that engagement would be "rooted at all times in the UK's national interests".

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2024

“As the chancellor, timing is my call. We plan to be consistent and we plan to be firm and we plan to abide by the directive.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2024

He finishes his tea, tells me to be firm with Helena, and leaves me to my thoughts.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron