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Definition

Proudly, with pride.

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Origins

From hold one's head high.

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In Context

  • "England head to Nice for Saturday’s third-place playoff after yet more semi-final disappointment but with heads held high having played their part in a wonderful game featuring some particularly harsh luck."
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Related Idioms

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hold one's head high

To act with pride; to be proud in a positive way.

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at the high port

Held with two hands as in "port arms", but carried well above the head…

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with flying colors

Extremely well; in an exceptional, noteworthy, or extraordinary manner…

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with an eye towards

With an intention, goal, or consideration to.

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with young

Of a female animal, pregnant.

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with a vengeance

With an intense motivation; in an extreme, intense, or violent manner.
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