staunch friend

Netanyahu considered Thatcher a "staunch friend of the State of Israel and the Jewish people."

Until his death, not long ago, we often corresponded on railway and other matters, and he was always my staunch friend.

These were named the Mackellar Islets, in remembrance of one who had proved a staunch friend of the Expedition.

You have been my best friend, entirely devoted to my interests—a staunch friend, better than whom no man could ever desire.

It makes no difference into what conditions you may have been led, or what you have done, I will remain ever your staunch friend.

I know I have a staunch friend in you, Tommy, she said, in a low voice.