50 Idioms for Strong With Meanings & Sentences
Idioms for Strong
1. Tough as nails
Meaning: Extremely resilient or durable.
In a Sentence: Sarah’s been through a lot, but she’s tough as nails.
Other Ways to Say: Hard as iron, Sturdy as steel.
2. Strong as an ox
Meaning: Exceptionally physically strong.
In a Sentence: John is strong as an ox; he can lift heavy weights with ease.
Other Ways to Say: Powerful, Robust, Herculean.
3. Built like a tank
Meaning: Very solid and strong in build.
In a Sentence: The wrestler was built like a tank, intimidating his opponents.
Other Ways to Say: Solid, Massive, Sturdy.
4. Hard as nails
Meaning: Emotionally tough and unyielding.
In a Sentence: She’s hard as nails, never letting emotions control her.
Other Ways to Say: Tough-minded, Unflinching, Stern.
5. Might and main
Meaning: Using all one’s strength and effort.
In a Sentence: He pushed the car with might and main until it started.
Other Ways to Say: Full force, Maximum effort, All-out.
6. Powerhouse
Meaning: A person with great strength or influence.
In a Sentence: She’s a powerhouse in the business world.
Other Ways to Say: Forceful, Dominant, Dynamic.
7. Iron will
Meaning: Strong determination and resolve.
In a Sentence: Despite hardships, he kept going with an iron will.
Other Ways to Say: Strong-minded, Determined, Unyielding.
8. Herculean effort
Meaning: An extremely difficult and strong effort.
In a Sentence: It took a Herculean effort to finish the marathon.
Other Ways to Say: Titanic task, Massive struggle, Monumental work.
9. Made of steel
Meaning: Emotionally or physically unbreakable.
In a Sentence: His nerves are made of steel.
Other Ways to Say: Unshakeable, Resilient, Tough.
10. Rock solid
Meaning: Extremely stable and strong.
In a Sentence: Their friendship is rock solid.
Other Ways to Say: Unbreakable, Firm, Secure.
11. Stand tall
Meaning: Remain strong and confident in adversity.
In a Sentence: She stood tall against the criticism.
Other Ways to Say: Stay firm, Hold your ground, Be unyielding.
12. Muscle-bound
Meaning: Very muscular and physically strong.
In a Sentence: The bodybuilder was muscle-bound from years of training.
Other Ways to Say: Brawny, Ripped, Buff.
13. Thick-skinned
Meaning: Not easily upset or hurt.
In a Sentence: You need to be thick-skinned in politics.
Other Ways to Say: Tough, Resilient, Unaffected.
14. As strong as a lion
Meaning: Exceptionally brave and powerful.
In a Sentence: The soldier fought as strong as a lion.
Other Ways to Say: Courageous, Fearless, Bold.
15. Brave the storm
Meaning: Face difficulties with courage and strength.
In a Sentence: She braved the storm after the loss of her job.
Other Ways to Say: Endure, Face up, Overcome.
16. Tower of strength
Meaning: A person who provides unwavering support and strength.
In a Sentence: After the tragedy, her mother was a tower of strength.
Other Ways to Say: Strong support, Pillar of support, Source of courage.
17. Hold your own
Meaning: To perform strongly in a tough situation.
In a Sentence: He held his own against more experienced players.
Other Ways to Say: Compete well, Stay firm, Stand firm.
18. Take it on the chin
Meaning: Accept hardship or criticism bravely.
In a Sentence: She took the bad news on the chin and moved forward.
Other Ways to Say: Endure, Tolerate, Stand up to.
19. As solid as a rock
Meaning: Extremely dependable and strong.
In a Sentence: He’s as solid as a rock during a crisis.
Other Ways to Say: Reliable, Steady, Dependable.
20. Born fighter
Meaning: Naturally strong and resilient person.
In a Sentence: Despite his illness, he’s a born fighter.
Other Ways to Say: Survivor, Warrior, Tough individual.
21. Backbone of steel
Meaning: Having great courage and moral strength.
In a Sentence: It takes a backbone of steel to stand against injustice.
Other Ways to Say: Courageous, Brave, Unshakable.
22. Stand your ground
Meaning: Maintain your position firmly under pressure.
In a Sentence: She stood her ground against the aggressive tactics.
Other Ways to Say: Hold firm, Defend, Resist.
23. Fearless heart
Meaning: Extremely brave and unafraid.
In a Sentence: The firefighter had a fearless heart.
Other Ways to Say: Brave, Courageous, Daring.
24. Endure the storm
Meaning: Persist through difficult times.
In a Sentence: They endured the storm of financial loss together.
Other Ways to Say: Persevere, Withstand, Overcome.
25. Steely resolve
Meaning: Determination that cannot be shaken.
In a Sentence: She approached her mission with steely resolve.
Other Ways to Say: Iron will, Strong determination, Tenacity.
26. Strong to the core
Meaning: Strong in every way, physically and mentally.
In a Sentence: He’s strong to the core and never gives up.
Other Ways to Say: Resilient, Unbreakable, Tenacious.
27. Tough cookie
Meaning: A very strong, determined, and resilient person.
In a Sentence: Don’t underestimate her — she’s a tough cookie.
Other Ways to Say: Tough nut, Fighter, Stubborn.
28. Weather the storm
Meaning: To survive a difficult situation.
In a Sentence: They weathered the storm of public criticism.
Other Ways to Say: Endure, Outlast, Persist.
29. Grit your teeth
Meaning: Endure something unpleasant with courage.
In a Sentence: He gritted his teeth and faced the challenge.
Other Ways to Say: Bear up, Push through, Face head-on.
30. As strong as a bear
Meaning: Incredibly strong physically.
In a Sentence: The farmer was as strong as a bear.
Other Ways to Say: Mighty, Muscular, Brawny.
31. The strength of ten men
Meaning: Exceptional strength.
In a Sentence: He fought with the strength of ten men.
Other Ways to Say: Immense power, Herculean strength, Incredible force.
32. Bulletproof confidence
Meaning: Unshakable self-belief.
In a Sentence: She walks in with bulletproof confidence.
Other Ways to Say: Unbreakable confidence, Total assurance, Self-reliance.
33. Go the distance
Meaning: Persist until the end, no matter how hard.
In a Sentence: She trained hard to go the distance in the tournament.
Other Ways to Say: See it through, Persevere, Endure.
34. Tough as leather
Meaning: Extremely resilient and unyielding.
In a Sentence: The old man was tough as leather.
Other Ways to Say: Toughened, Hardy, Solid.
35. Muscle through
Meaning: Push through a tough situation with strength.
In a Sentence: He muscled through the rough patch.
Other Ways to Say: Push on, Fight through, Battle on.
36. Hold firm
Meaning: Stay strong without giving in.
In a Sentence: He held firm against peer pressure.
Other Ways to Say: Stand steady, Stay unyielding, Remain resolute.
37. Push through
Meaning: Continue to work hard despite obstacles.
In a Sentence: She pushed through the toughest days at work.
Other Ways to Say: Persevere, Muscle on, Fight through.
38. Iron backbone
Meaning: Exceptional moral strength and courage.
In a Sentence: A leader must have an iron backbone.
Other Ways to Say: Strong character, Firm resolve, Steadfastness.
39. Come out swinging
Meaning: Start a challenge with great strength and aggression.
In a Sentence: The underdog came out swinging in the first round.
Other Ways to Say: Attack boldly, Launch forcefully, Go all out.
40. Hold the fort
Meaning: Maintain a position or situation strongly in someone’s absence.
In a Sentence: She held the fort while the manager was away.
Other Ways to Say: Take charge, Stay in control, Handle things.
41. Man of steel
Meaning: Extremely tough and resilient man.
In a Sentence: The boxer was a man of steel in the ring.
Other Ways to Say: Unbreakable man, Fearless, Iron-willed.
42. Battle-hardened
Meaning: Toughened by experience and hardship.
In a Sentence: The commander was battle-hardened after years of war.
Other Ways to Say: Seasoned, Toughened, Veteran.
43. Withstand the pressure
Meaning: Endure stress without collapsing.
In a Sentence: He withstood the pressure of finals week.
Other Ways to Say: Endure stress, Resist strain, Hold steady.
44. Cut from tough cloth
Meaning: Born resilient and strong.
In a Sentence: She’s cut from tough cloth like her grandmother.
Other Ways to Say: Naturally tough, Resilient, Born fighter.
45. Stand like a rock
Meaning: Stay firm and dependable.
In a Sentence: He stood like a rock for his family.
Other Ways to Say: Be unwavering, Stay strong, Support solidly.
46. As unyielding as stone
Meaning: Extremely firm and unbending.
In a Sentence: Her stance on honesty is as unyielding as stone.
Other Ways to Say: Firm, Inflexible, Steadfast.
47. Hang tough
Meaning: Stay strong in difficult situations.
In a Sentence: Hang tough, things will get better.
Other Ways to Say: Stay firm, Endure, Keep going.
48. Nerves of steel
Meaning: The ability to stay calm under pressure.
In a Sentence: Surgeons need nerves of steel.
Other Ways to Say: Unflappable, Cool-headed, Composed.
49. Rise above it
Meaning: Stay strong by not letting problems drag you down.
In a Sentence: She rose above it when critics attacked.
Other Ways to Say: Overcome, Ignore negativity, Stay resilient.
50. Dig deep
Meaning: Find hidden strength in tough times.
In a Sentence: He dug deep to complete the race.
Other Ways to Say: Tap inner strength, Push through, Endure bravely.
