die hard
The term "die hard" originated from a military context but is now commonly used to describe stubbornness or unwavering loyalty.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)A person who strongly resists change or remains loyal to a cause or belief despite challenges.
Example
- He is a die-hard fan of the football team, never missing a game.
- Despite the company's decline, she remains a die-hard supporter of their products.
B2General
(idiomatic)Something that persists stubbornly and is difficult to eliminate or change.
Example
- Old habits die hard; it's difficult to break them.
- The outdated practice is a die-hard tradition in the community.
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