make a stand
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But they refused to make a stand, apparently terrified of losing their access.
From Salon ● Jul. 29, 2026
“This has got to stop, we can’t have a society that allows this to happen, we have got to make a stand, so please, no more,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026
In their current negotiations with Notre Dame — their contract expired this fall — USC needs to use its leverage and make a stand.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 7, 2025
Amy Tisi told the BBC she had protested the last time Trump visited and it was "important to make a stand".
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2025
Recognizing the enemy’s vulnerability, the Allies seized the opportunity to make a stand along the Marne.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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