To go outdoors in bad weather
Definition: To face difficult circumstances with courage. This archaic-sounding locution was common in the nineteenth century.
Similar Terms: Weather the storm, ride out the storm, hold one’s own, stand firm, face the gale.
Synonyms and Antonyms:
- Synonyms: Defy the elements, withstand adversity, brave the elements.
- Antonyms: Seek shelter, retreat, avoid exposure.
Humor-Filled Quote: “Why did the scarecrow become a successful weather reporter? Because he was outstanding in his field even during storms!” 🌬️
Proverbs:
- “After the storm comes the calm.”
- “You can’t have a rainbow without a little rain.”
Literature Suggestions:
- “The Old Man and The Sea” by Ernest Hemingway
- “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding (think of the boys’ struggle against nature)
Songs:
- “Riders on the Storm” by The Doors ☔
- “Against the Wind” by Bob Seger
Poetry:
- “The Rainy Day” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Movies:
- “The Perfect Storm” (2000)
- “Twister” (1996)
Inspirational Tidbit:
“Braving a storm isn’t always about the wind and rain—sometimes it’s about the courage to face adversity head-on, to walk into the unknown with conviction and grace.”
Author: Old Timey Talespinner
Date Published: 2023-10-01
Farewell Thought: “Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes it is the quiet voice at the end of the storm that says, ‘I will try again tomorrow.’ Weather every storm with resilience and your spirit will always glow amidst clouds.”
