to make a firm decision or take a strong stand on something
किसी बात पर दृढ़ निर्णय लेना या कड़ा रुख अपनाना (kisi baat par dridh nirnay lena ya kada rukh apnana)
"She had to put her foot down and say no to the proposal."
"उसे कठोर निर्णय लेना पड़ा और प्रस्ताव को ना कहना पड़ा।" (use kathor nirnay lena pada aur prastaav ko na kehna pada)
to make a firm decision or opinion known
to begin a new stage or period in life
in a risky or dangerous situation
to be motivated by strong enthusiasm or love for something
family relationships are stronger than others
someone who is strong and not easily upset