Stand pat (on something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "stand pat (on something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Mia Le calendar 2022-02-09 02:02

Meaning of Stand pat (on something)

Stand pat (on something) informal verb phrase

If one stands pat on something, he or she sticks firmly to it.

I will stand pat on my oppinion.

Even though people laughed and mocked his idea greatly, Christ stood back on it and proved that they were wrong.

The manager still stands pat on his opinion in the face of criticism.

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Grammar and Usage of Stand pat (on something)

Verb Forms

  • stands pat (on something)
  • standing pat (on something)
  • stood pat (on something)

The verb "have" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Stand pat (on something)

The phrase "stand pat" originated in the late 19th century by American poker players when they were satisfied with the original hand dealt to him and would draw no more cards. - the Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins by Robert Hendrickson (Facts on File, 1997).

The Origin Cited: The Pharse Finder - Pat
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