dig in heels
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dig in (one's) heels
To cling stubbornly to one's beliefs or wishes. Please let me tell my side of the story before you dig in your heels on this, OK? Well, I told Grace she can't go, and now she's dug in her heels as if this party is the most important thing in her life. Must you always dig in your heels when you don't get your way? Honestly, you are the most stubborn person I've ever met!
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dig in (one's) heels
To resist opposition stubbornly; refuse to yield or compromise.
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