stand fast

Example Sentences

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As Soviet spy Philip Jennings on “The Americans,” Rhys stood fast in his character’s compassion for others despite his escalating body count.

From Salon

It has long been clear that relying on corporate leaders to stand fast for social and economic progress is a mug’s game.

From Los Angeles Times

"In that relationship, we will stand fast in support of our values of fairness, democracy and equality – ideals that America was built upon."

From BBC

However, he warned of what he called “Israeli treachery” and said Lebanese authorities were “pleading... for international bodies to stand fast in defence of Baalbek's Roman ruins”.

From BBC

He opposes monopolies, has brought down prescription prices, signed into law an unprecedented bipartisan infrastructure bill, supports marginalized groups and women,and has stood fast against our enemies.

From Salon