never say die

idiom

used to encourage someone to continue something or to remain hopeful
It doesn't look good for the team, but never say die. They could pull off a miracle.

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Recent Examples on the Web Although Goonies never say die, there are few other words to describe the hopes for a potential sequel. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2024

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“Never say die.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/never%20say%20die. Accessed 29 Sep. 2024.

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