Question
In each of the following questions, an idiomatic
expression/proverb has been italicisedā followed by four alternatives. Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the italicised idiom/proverb. Despite the criticism, she continued with the project, deciding to stick to her guns.Solution
āStick to oneās gunsā means to remain firm in oneās position or beliefs, especially under pressure.
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