raise chin

Frequency: 5.96.1 per million words

to lift one's chin, often as a sign of pride or defiance

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Examples (10)

  • She raised her chin and stared back at him without fear.
  • Despite the criticism, the actor raised his chin and walked onto the stage.
  • When you face adversity, you must raise your chin and keep going.
  • Raising her chin was her silent way of showing she wouldn't be defeated.
  • He always raises his chin slightly when he's about to make a strong point.
  • The small company raised its chin to the corporate giant, refusing to be bought out.
  • The champion proudly raised her chin as the national anthem played.
  • "Raise your chin!" the photographer instructed the model. "Look confident."
  • By the time the verdict was read, she had already raised her chin, prepared for the worst.
  • Why did he raise his chin like that when I asked him the question?