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The convict claimed innocence and stood his ground in spite of the repeated accusations.

A

knelt

B

surrendered

C

kept standing

D

refused to yield

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D

stand/hold your ground : to continue with your opinions or intentions when somebody is opposing you. . Don.t let him persuade youstand your ground. The best option is refused to yield
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