Walk tall In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "walk tall", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-29 03:08

Meaning of Walk tall

Synonyms:

stand tall

Walk tall phrase

To behave in a way showing that you are sure about your ability and satisfied with something that you own or have done.
 

Despite losing, their team still walked tall because they'd made an all-out effort to win throughout the match.

When the court found him innocent of the crime, John felt he could walk tall again.

Why get upset just because you lost the game? You'd tried your best, so walk tall.

Other phrases about:

a heart of oak

Said of a strong and courageous nature

(as) cocky as the king of spades

Conceited or overly proud

(as) game as Ned Kelly

Used to say that someone is very courageous.

brace up

1. (literal) To make something stronger by supporting it

2. (figurative) To mentally or physically prepare yourself or someone else for something unpleasant that is going to happen

beneath (one's) dignity

If something is beneath someone’s dignity, they feel that they are too important to do it.

Grammar and Usage of Walk tall

Verb Forms

  • walked tall
  • Walking Tall

The verb "walk" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Walk tall

This phrase dates from the mid 1900s.

The Origin Cited: The free dictionary .
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