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Hold your head high

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Personal PridePlay
Implies a sense of self-respect, not necessarily arrogance or vanity. SlideAfter the performance, although not all reviews were positive, he could still hold his head high.
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Beyond CriticismPlay
Suggests maintaining dignity in spite of negative feedback from others. SlideShe knew the work was difficult, but she would hold her head high and not let comments bring her down.
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Moral IntegrityPlay
Often used when someone acts according to ethical values, despite pressure to do otherwise. SlideThe whistleblower chose to hold his head high, knowing he did the right thing.