| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| STANDPAT | Hold firm to a decision |
| resolution | A firm decision to do or not to do something |
| resolutions | A firm decision to do or not to do something |
| bites | to take a firm hold |
| bite | to take a firm hold |
| biting | to take a firm hold |
| bit | to take a firm hold |
| bitten | to take a firm hold |
| steeve | to stow in the hold of a ship / firm (resolute (characterized by firmness or determination)) |
| toughed | to stand firm, hold out against (a difficulty or difficult situation) (esp in tough it out) |
| grip | to take firm hold |
| gripped | to take firm hold |
| grips | to take firm hold |
| gript | to take firm hold |
