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stay the course
Hold or persevere to the end, as in No, he's not resigning; he's going to stay the course. This metaphoric expression, alluding to a horse running an entire race, was first recorded in 1916.
Example Sentences
We have long histories and values we're committed to, and we're going to stay the course.
Those who did stay the course, sticking it out through two nomadic years at USC, say something different has taken hold within the team in this third season.
“I think it’s still just kind of making sure we stay the course and protect guys and play good baseball. So that’s what is more front of mind for me.”
“Intelligent investors will use low-cost index funds to build a diversified portfolio of stocks and bonds, and they will stay the course,” Bogle told the New York Times in 2012.
Instead, retirees and those nearing retirement age should “stay the course, and liquidate little by little, and always maximize tax savings as you begin the retirement process,” Selita said.
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