refuse to yield
/rɪˈfjuːz tuː ˈjiːld/ · re.fu.se.to.yield
verb
- To decline or resist a request, demand, or pressure. The protesters refused to yield to the police's demands for dispersal.
- To give up or surrender something, especially after a struggle or resistance. The team refused to yield their lead in the final minutes of the game.
noun
- A refusal to surrender or give in, especially in a difficult or challenging situation. The team's refusal to yield was a testament to their determination and teamwork.
Did you know? The phrase 'refuse to yield' is often associated with the concept of 'standing one's ground', which is a metaphor for refusing to back down or give in, even in the face of adversity.