hold one's own

Idioms  

1. Do reasonably well despite opposition, competition, or criticism. For example, The team held its own against their opponents, or Rumors often hold their own against facts. [First half of 1300s]

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hold one's own

It’s a hard sound to land without veering into pastiche, let alone to hold one’s own amid the heavy arrangements.

From The Guardian ● Oct. 1, 2019

Being required to hold one’s own against the then seven-time Oscar-nominated acting legend might have daunted some actors, but the young woman from Skelmanthorpe in West Yorkshire seemed surprised at the suggestion.

From The Guardian ● Jul. 21, 2017

She has taught Hadria to see that one may hold one’s own ideas quietly, without flying in everybody’s face.

From The Daughters of Danaus by Caird, Mona

Was that a time to strike a blow, and show one could hold one's own?

From Hunger by Hamsun, Knut

Mrs. Siddons would have been at home there, for there was nothing for it but to stab the potatoes, and all one's cunning of fence was needed to hold one's own with the chops.

From Imaginary Interviews by Howells, William Dean

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