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idiom [phrase]

Tulia kama dhabiti

Maana (Definition)

Remaining completely cool, calm, and courageous amidst chaotic surrounding turmoil.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

stand unshakeable steady / display total composure

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tulia dhabiti

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphor
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alibaki tulia kama dhabiti katikati ya tishio na fujo mtaani."

Translation: He remained unshakeably steady amidst the threat and commotion in the hood.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ImaraSubira ni ufunguo wa utulivushupavu
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