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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The never say die attitude that Hinch helped establish carried into this season.
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Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 28 Aug. 2024
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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Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 28 Aug. 2024
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 22 Dec. 2024.
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