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stiff upper lip

noun

Etymology

Of American origin; the earliest known use is in 1811.https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/The_Olive_Branch_Or_Faults_on_Both_Sides/vG89AAAAYAAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=stiff+upper+lip&pg=PA237&printsec=frontcover

Definitions

  1. The quality of being resolute and showing self-restraint, stereotypically associated with…

    The quality of being resolute and showing self-restraint, stereotypically associated with the British; especially as keep a stiff upper lip.

    • I thought now the jig was mighty nigh up with me, but I determined to keep a stiff upper lip.

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