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Region: General | Usage example: The die-hard fans stayed through the rain.

Die-hard

Meaning

Stubbornly resistant or loyal.

Usage

Used to praise unwavering supporters.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Originally from military heralding a soldier who resists to the end.

Used in English since the 1800s under war contexts.

Related Idioms

Stick in the mud

Resistant to change or fun.

Set in your ways

Resistant to change or unwilling to try new things.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.