hold one's own



hold one's own

Do reasonably well despite opposition, competition, or criticism. For example, The team held its own against their opponents, or Rumors often hold their own against facts. [First half of 1300s]
See also: hold, own

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Jadran-Croatian, Serbian, Slovene
MÓR RÍOghain-Irish Mythology
Lera-Russian, Ukrainian
Wolter-Dutch
Dan[dæn]
Hawley['hɔ:li]