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bid defiance
To remain firm or resolute; to refuse to yield. Our toddler usually bids defiance to any mention of bedtime.
bid fair
To seem probable or likely. Her grades are good enough that she bids fair to get into that excellent high school.
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bid defiance
To refuse to submit; offer resistance to.
bid fair
To appear likely.
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