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be firm

VERB

insist

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assert contend demand hold maintain press reiterate repeat request stand firm urge vow

STRONG

asseverate aver importune persist require swear

WEAK

lay down the law take a stand

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon desert reply

WEAK

endure forget tolerate

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France launched their Six Nations defence with an impressive 36-14 win at home to Ireland and will be firm favourites to add to Wales' woes.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Mui tries to latch onto her frustration, underlining how Mamdani will be firm in pushing back on Trump.

From Slate • Oct. 27, 2025

Harvard's president, Alan Garber, has also defended his university, saying that Harvard would be "firm" in its commitments to education and truth, during an interview with NPR.

From BBC • May 31, 2025

“As the chancellor, timing is my call. We plan to be consistent and we plan to be firm and we plan to abide by the directive.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2024

Mr. Trepid had decided to be firm and decisive.

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech

be firm

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