Meaning Of The Word Keep a stiff upper lip

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Keep a stiff upper lip Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Keep a stiff upper lip?

keep a stiff upper lip in British English
to avoid becoming frightened or discouraged under difficulties
to face misfortune bravely and resolutely
to hide your emotions and not let other people see what you are feeling
to maintain one's courage or composure during a time of trouble without giving way to or revealing one's emotions

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