Keep the flag flying In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "keep the flag flying", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Caroline Tran

2020-08-12 03:08

declare for , fly the flag , stand up for (someone or something)

Keep the flag flying phrase verb

To do something showing your support and trust for a group that you represent or something/somebody you have agreement for

Peter needed the team to keep the flag flying.

I am the only person left now to keep the flag flying for that subject.

Whenever I travel to another country and get bad comments about my country, I make a point to keep the flag flying for it.

David who won the gold metal in the International Physics Olympiad this year kept the flag flying for the country with his win.

Ministering angel shall my sister be

A ministering angel is a kind-hearted person, providing help, support and comfort for people

throw/put your weight behind something

Use one's influence and power to support someone

call in (one's) chips

1. Said when you decide to use your social influence to have an advantage over other people

2. To make money quickly by selling your personal properties or financial assets

3. To die or pass away

Hedge your bets

Reduce or avoid your chances of the future failure or loss by trying several different possibilities instead of one

have (someone) in (one's) corner

To have someone’s support or assistance

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This phrase derives from the practice in naval warfare of lowering the flag on a defeated ship to show a wish to surrender.