have the courage of one's convictions
have the courage of one's convictions {v. phr.}
To be brave enough to act according to your beliefs.
Steve showed that he had the courage of his convictions by refusing to help another student cheat in the exam.
Owen knew that Pete had started the fight, but he was afraid to say so; he did not have the courage of his convictions.
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Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms
