dig one’s heels in (to) [exp]

Meaning:

• If you are determined not to change your mind, especially when others want to persuade you to change your belief, I could be said you are digging in that opinion.

Examples:

1. He always thinks that he is right in politics. He digs his heels in and you cannot convince him, although you prove that he is not right.
2. He is digging his heels and says he want to marry the rich girl.
3. She dug her heels in during negotiations, ensuring the company received a fair deal.
4. The manager dug his heels in and refused to approve the new budget proposal.
5. He dug his heels in when his friends tried to convince him to skip the meeting.
6. Despite her family’s objections, Maria dug her heels in and decided to pursue a career in art.
7. Even after repeated discussions, he dug his heels in and wouldn’t change his opinion.
8. When it comes to her diet, she digs her heels in and avoids all processed foods.
9. She dug her heels in because she believed in the project’s value.
10. You’re just digging your heels in for no reason.
11. The organization dug its heels in, opposing the policy change.
12. He dug his heels in, refusing to admit his mistake.
13. She dug her heels in to fight for her rights.

Quiz

Quiz; dig one’s heels in

Select the correct choice regarding the idiom "to dig their heels in"

1 / 4

What "to dig one’s heels in" means?

To start running quickly

To prepare for a difficult challenge

To stand in one place for a long time

To resist change or refuse to compromise

2 / 4

Which of the sentences below uses the idiom "to dig one’s heels in" correctly?

She dug her heels in and refused to move until they apologized.

He dug his heels in the garden to plant the seeds properly.

I dug my heels in and sprinted to catch the bus.

They dug their heels in the sand while walking along the beach.

3 / 4

If a person "digs their heels in," what are they most likely feeling?

Indecisive and confused

Calm and relaxed

Stubborn and determined

Nervous and uncertain

4 / 4

Which situation illustrates someone "digging their heels in"?

A group of friends agrees on a movie to watch together.

A person hesitates about making an important decision.

A child refuses to eat vegetables despite their parents insisting.

A manager relaxes during a company retreat.

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