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
Since then, the actor has become a staunch activist for Parkinson’s research, launching his eponymous foundation in 2000.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 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
A staunch supporter of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump, she said she was confident in Israel's capacity to reach its war goals.
From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026
Somewhere between these positions is where I want us to end up: staunch because we understand the advantages of being staunch; flexible because we understand the rational and historical necessity to be flexible.
From "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" by Author
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