by strengthchip January 21, 2009
by Daniel February 03, 2005
Somewhat archaic English phrase meaning unwavering determination.
Can also be used in a negative sense to describe general obstinacy or stubbornness.
Can also be used in a negative sense to describe general obstinacy or stubbornness.
Jimmy just won't give up until he is victorious. He's got a stiff upper lip.
Dude, leave her alone. She obviously isn't interested. That stiff upper lip is gonna get you in trouble.
Dude, leave her alone. She obviously isn't interested. That stiff upper lip is gonna get you in trouble.
by Rusty de la Serna March 22, 2009
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by Nannerpus February 15, 2009
Even though he was only three years old, Jonathan keep a stiff upper lip the whole time he was in the hospital recovering from his surgery.
by sanjchy905 September 09, 2013
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