loyalist
noun
loy·al·ist
ˈlȯi-ə-list 
: one who is or remains loyal especially to a political cause, party, government, or sovereign
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die-hard loyalists engaging in espionage against the revolutionaries
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
The city’s legislature is filled with Beijing loyalists after an electoral overhaul.
—ABC News, 15 June 2026
These loyalists profoundly impact our security, our economy and our quality of life.
—Arthur House, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026
His death sparked celebration among Iranians who opposed his rule and despair from pro-regime loyalists.
—Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
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“Loyalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loyalist. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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loyalist
noun
loy·al·ist
ˈlȯi-ə-ləst
: one who is or remains loyal to a political cause, government, or sovereign especially in times of revolt
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