Synonyms

stand pat

British

verb

poker to refuse the right to change any of one's cards; keep one's hand unchanged
to resist change or remain unchanged

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stand pat Idioms

Refuse to change one's position or opinion, as in We're going to stand pat on this amendment to the bylaws. This expression may be derived from the verb pat in the sense of “strike firmly and accurately.” [Late 1800s]

Other Word Forms

standpatter noun

Example Sentences

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Last season, the Rams thought their young and talented pass rush could compensate for their decision not to stand pat with the cornerbacks and safeties from the 2024 season.

From Los Angeles Times

It will be difficult for the Fed to stand pat.

From Barron's

South Korea’s Kospi ended 3.7% higher, rising for a sixth consecutive session as chip and auto stocks gained, and the central bank stood pat on rates, as widely expected.

From The Wall Street Journal

The BOE stood pat in a close vote at its most recent meeting earlier this month.

From The Wall Street Journal

He can reap rewards by standing pat, but at some point he will have to make a choice.

From The Wall Street Journal

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