staunchly
Americanadverb
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in a way that shows firmness or steadfast adherence to principle, loyalty, etc..
The party remains staunchly left of center, and continues to be rigorous in its defense of its founding principles.
The mayor is staunchly opposed to a casino coming to her city.
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in a substantial or strong way.
The furniture is staunchly built of wood and steel, beautifully finished and richly upholstered.
Etymology
Origin of staunchly
Example Sentences
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But he remains a politician staunchly rooted in the mid-aughts, when all 7,000 of his teeth could really clinch an election.
From Slate • Feb. 25, 2026
He remained staunchly independent, establishing Zipporah Films, named for his wife, in 1971, in order to maintain control over distribution of his work.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026
Iqbal Hossain Saikot, a government employee who travelled from afar to attend the prayers, said Hadi was killed because he staunchly opposed India.
From Barron's • Dec. 20, 2025
As it happens, Mr. Fox has found enough staunchly persevering or recently revived craft workshops to buoy his spirits—and ours.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025
Luthuli was one of a handful of ruling chiefs who were active in the ANC and had staunchly resisted the policies of the government.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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