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Common collocations with resolve in American Collocation

resolve noun uncountable

US /rɪˈzɑlv/

make someone’s resolve stronger

fix
harden
reaffirm
reinforce
stiffen
strengthen

Each of the stories we heard from the refugees stiffened our resolve to create a safe future for them.

destroy someone’s resolve

break
shake
undermine
weaken

Nothing seems to shake their resolve; problems are always seen as opportunities.

test someone’s resolve

test

This challenge must have tested their resolve to the limit.

commitment
courage
determination
spirit
strength

They resisted the threats with great determination and resolve.