hold the ring
The phrase 'hold the ring' is chiefly British and is used to describe overseeing a situation, often while trying to remain neutral.
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Definition
C1Conflict Management
(chiefly British, idiomatic)To oversee a situation, typically a dispute, while trying to remain neutral.
Example
- As the debate grew heated, she stepped in to hold the ring and ensure both sides were heard.
C2Sports
(historical, obsolete)To maintain order among spectators around a fight or performance, preventing them from getting too close.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hold the ring":
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