staunch
Example Sentences
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Alongside his triumphs, Murray has been a staunch defender of doubles players and frequently demanded they be shown more respect.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
I wish I could tell you that my staunch hatred of this technology, especially in academics, made me turn my head in disgust.
From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026
Microsoft’s staunch profit margin—the business software segment turns 82% of sales into gross profit—would have nowhere to go but down.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
In Kiley’s new race, his top rival is Dr. Richard Pan of Sacramento, a former state senator and staunch support of vaccinations.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026
Nearby, at the distribution warehouse of the Chicago Inter Ocean, a widely read and respected newspaper, a young Irish immigrant—and staunch supporter of Carter Harrison—completed his workday.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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