bidden

bid defiance

To remain firm or resolute; to refuse to yield. Our toddler usually bids defiance to any mention of bedtime.
See also: bid, defiance

bid fair

To seem probable or likely. Her grades are good enough that she bids fair to get into that excellent high school.
See also: bid, fair
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

bid defiance

To refuse to submit; offer resistance to.
See also: bid, defiance

bid fair

To appear likely.
See also: bid, fair
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • bade
  • bid defiance
  • defiance
  • in defiance
  • not take (something) lying down
  • not take something lying down
  • says who
  • Says who?
  • sez
  • Says you!