- to stand firmly
- to gain a foothold
- to establish oneself
Generated: This meaning indicates maintaining a stable position or posture, whether physically or metaphorically.
He stood firmly in the face of challenges.
Generated: This meaning refers to establishing a secure or advantageous position in a situation or market.
The new company is striving to gain a foothold in the market.
Generated: This meaning emphasizes the process of becoming recognized or accepted in a particular context, like a profession or community.