take a stand on



take a (firm) stand on something

to express and maintain a strong opinion of something. I hope you take a firm stand on the need for more office security. Yes, I will take a stand on it.
See also: on, stand, take

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Nikkoleni-KOLEnglish (Rare)
Thyrza-Dutch
Boban-Serbian, Macedonian
Sewell['su:əl]
Ulisseoo-LEES-seItalian
Beatryczebe-ah-TRI-chePolish