stoutly
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They defended stoutly while forcing England to work hard for every chance in the thick heat of the Florida afternoon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
Los Angeles City Administrative Officer Matt Szabo stoutly defended the city’s performance and, in particular, the housing in its plan which he said reflects the voters’ will in approving the $1.2-billion Proposition HHH housing bond.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2025
General Oleksandr Tarnavskyi, head of Ukraine's southern group of forces, said troops around Avdiivka were "stoutly holding their defences".
From Reuters ● Nov. 9, 2023
Beshear stoutly defended the funds’ management Thursday, saying: “Every transaction, every check, every cent is accounted for and where it’s been sent.”
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 20, 2023
“No, I won’t!” returned Jo stoutly, feeling much relieved that her prank was not entirely condemned.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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