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Idiom Phrases in Context Test - 3
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Directions: Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Claiming innocence, he stood his ground in spite of the repeated accusations from the opposition.
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Maintain one’s position and refuse to yield
💡 Explanation:
The phrase, 'stood to his ground' refers to maintaining one’s position and refusing to yield. 'Fought with energy and determination' refers to the phrase, 'fighting tooth and nail'. The others are the incorrect meanings of the given phrase.