staunch
Example Sentences
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I had the pleasure of working with the late Sen. John McCain, a staunch opponent of the Jones Act, on his quest for repeal.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
As one of only two renters on the City Council, Yaroslavsky is a staunch defender of tenant rights and recently voted to lower the cap for rent increases on rent-stabilized apartments.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The staunch French opposition to the pact caused a public rift with export-dependent Germany, pitting the EU's two biggest countries against one another.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
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
It was a fair accord, and I suspect that if it had been implemented it would indeed have helped to staunch the bloodletting.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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