standfast
a rigid or unyielding position.
Origin of standfast
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How to use standfast in a sentence
This was an agreeable surprise, and Napoleon, when informed of the fact, ordered his army to stand fast.
The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte | William Milligan SloaneMounted officer turns to left in executing about; when commander faces about to give commands, staff and others stand fast.
Manual of Military Training | James A. MossIt is not without good reason that Paul urges us to watch and to stand fast.
Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians | Martin LutherCharis and Tyche were allegories, the latter having been represented sitting because happiness does not stand fast.
History of Ancient Art | Franz von ReberAs it was, I had to stand fast and pretend that we were all very glad to see him and hoped he would make a long stay with us.
Other Idioms and Phrases with standfast
see stand one's ground.
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