keep a stiff upper lip
US /kiːp ə stɪf ˈʌpər lɪp/
UK /kiːp ə stɪf ˈʌpər lɪp/
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保持镇定, 不露声色, 咬紧牙关
to remain brave and unemotional in a difficult or upsetting situation
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Despite the bad news, she managed to keep a stiff upper lip.
尽管有坏消息，她还是设法保持镇定。
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The soldiers were told to keep a stiff upper lip during the difficult mission.
士兵们被告知在艰巨的任务中要保持镇定。