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. 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 30 Dec. 2024.

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