stalwart
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Bass, an ex-US congresswoman and Democratic Party stalwart, had an unremarkable start to her stint at the helm of America's second biggest city, and seemed headed for a quasi-automatic re-election in the liberal city.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Earlier this week, Republic of Ireland stalwart Seamus Coleman said the situation "should have been dealt with above us".
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Another Rust Belt stalwart, Detroit, lost 60% of its population over that period, but has since seen its population recover slightly.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
The scuttling of too many legs, combined with the spider’s habit of suddenly vanishing from sight, give even the most stalwart observer a case of the shivers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
He wrote, “When I find a husband for you who is rich enough to satisfy me, you will be released from my Olga. Until then, I urge you to be, as always, my stalwart daughter.”
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
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