walk tall

1. Show pride and self-confidence, as in The most important thing she taught us was to walk tall. [Colloquial; mid-1900s]

Example Sentences

Sonay Kartal can walk tall as she takes to Wimbledon's Centre Court for her first ever fourth round match at a Grand Slam.

From BBC

"I know what the truth is and I know how I’ve conducted myself, and I walk tall every day on that," he said.

From Salon

He likes to say that Maryland needs to “walk tall,” sounding like a coach before a big game.

From Washington Post

In other words: f you're a sociopath, walk tall: no one can tell you're lying about your disposition.

From Salon

They must walk tall with graceful posture.

From Seattle Times