bold front

They will not, however, dare to face white men who show a bold front, as our settlers are sure to do if attacked.

It was only by his bold front and constant watchfulness that he kept the dusky demons at a distance.

As a rule, however, the young Spanish-Mexicans show a bold front to the animal.

The price of peace, however, was the resignation of M. Delcass, who had been prepared to maintain a bold front.

Showing a bold front still, they stubbornly disputed possession of every acre of land the homesteaders laid claim upon.