as in staunch
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
a down-the-line supporter of the Republican Party
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Recent Examples of down the line
Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 25 Sep. 2025
Troy Tulowitzki pulled a two-hopper down the line that Rojas backhanded near the outfield grass and his long throw across the diamond got Tulowitzki by two steps for the second out of the inning.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
Dust Bags Your nicest shoes and bags likely came inside of dust bags, which are always good to hold onto for down the line, according to Katia Basley.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
The Rams-Eagles game might be the biggest of the weekend, and given both teams are 2-0, this could have implications for NFC Playoff seeding down the line.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
But make no mistake — the God of this New York underworld is the same Old Testament–esque daddy of Breaking Bad who metes out every act of self-interest with some form of just deserts down the line.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
With the Rams also at 2-0 entering Week 3, these are the type of divisional games that could have big ramifications down the line.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Prior to the season's debut, Han teased the future of the series to Entertainment Weekly, hinting that despite season 3 being billed as the final 11 episodes, she would not be opposed to picking up on the love story later down the line.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Sep. 2025
Although Nintendo and Illumination have not yet released information on new cast members, the studio confirmed that additional characters and voice cast members for the movie will be introduced down the line.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
With Sinner serving at 2-9, Alcaraz ripped a down-the-line forehand winner to capture the match and fell to the court on his back.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Francisco Lindor followed with a down-the-line single to bring another run for the Mets (38-22).
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2025
Any preconceived idea that the 50-year-old might be a cold, straight-down-the-line manager who plays it safe has been dispelled.
—Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
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Utility updates scheduled for several years down the line were moved up to coincide with Blue Line construction, so streets won't have to be ripped up more than once, Soard explained.
—Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 25 Sep. 2025
Troy Tulowitzki pulled a two-hopper down the line that Rojas backhanded near the outfield grass and his long throw across the diamond got Tulowitzki by two steps for the second out of the inning.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 21 Sep. 2025
Dust Bags Your nicest shoes and bags likely came inside of dust bags, which are always good to hold onto for down the line, according to Katia Basley.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
The Rams-Eagles game might be the biggest of the weekend, and given both teams are 2-0, this could have implications for NFC Playoff seeding down the line.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
But make no mistake — the God of this New York underworld is the same Old Testament–esque daddy of Breaking Bad who metes out every act of self-interest with some form of just deserts down the line.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2025
With the Rams also at 2-0 entering Week 3, these are the type of divisional games that could have big ramifications down the line.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
Prior to the season's debut, Han teased the future of the series to Entertainment Weekly, hinting that despite season 3 being billed as the final 11 episodes, she would not be opposed to picking up on the love story later down the line.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Sep. 2025
Although Nintendo and Illumination have not yet released information on new cast members, the studio confirmed that additional characters and voice cast members for the movie will be introduced down the line.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Adverb
Alcaraz toyed with an unconventional wide position on serve, which opened up an even more extreme angle for him; Sinner began slinging those returns down-the-line.
—Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
With Sinner serving at 2-9, Alcaraz ripped a down-the-line forehand winner to capture the match and fell to the court on his back.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Francisco Lindor followed with a down-the-line single to bring another run for the Mets (38-22).
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2025
Any preconceived idea that the 50-year-old might be a cold, straight-down-the-line manager who plays it safe has been dispelled.
—Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for down the line
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Even after the Tennessee National Guard was summoned to restore order, staunch segregationists refused to let up.—
Andrea Williams,
Nashville Tennessean,
27 Sep. 2025
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Continue reading … POLITICS TURNING TABLES – Speaker Johnson flips script on Dem leaders with staunch warning against gov shutdown.—
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FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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For 19 years, its dedicated staff and steadfast supporters have provided vital care to over 100,000 young people across southern Africa, including young people living with HIV/AIDS and those facing mental health challenges.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
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After that harrowing hike up the boulder field, the nerve-wracking exposure of our search site has pushed even this steadfast high-drive purebred over threshold.—
Ted Katauskas,
Outside,
23 Sep. 2025
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If all that wasn’t enough, 12 gold Arthurian knights have been positioned around the dial, acting as the Lady’s loyal protectors and hour markers.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
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When Mel learns Richard is now engaged to her estranged college friend Monica (Atkins), the two women, with the help of Mel’s loyal best friend Candy (Brown), set aside old wounds to stand together.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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By this time, Elio is beginning to confront the reality of Oliver’s eventual departure (and thus, his first experience of true heartbreak).—
James Factora,
Them.,
26 Sep. 2025
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This time, the Cougars feature a true freshman at QB in Bear Bachmeier, who has looked sharp throwing for 518 yards and four TDs as BYU breezed through non-conference play.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
26 Sep. 2025
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Charles – who is known to be deeply faithful and regularly attends services – has visited the Holy See on several occasions.—
Lauren Said-Moorhouse,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Far from a faithful rendering of Pynchon’s text, One Battle After Another identifies the most cinematic and emotional veins of Vineland’s network of narrative and, true to Anderson’s word, runs like a thief.—
Rory Doherty,
Time,
26 Sep. 2025
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Jodie Chavious, a board member of the Slow Food Sacramento chapter and owner of the Chavious Pop-Up pizza truck, said representing small farmers was vital to promoting the core tenets of Slow Food — being good, clean and fair.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Just for good measure, award-winning country superstars like Cody Johnson, Ashley McBryde and Lainey Wilson would be inclined to agree.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
Nashville Tennessean,
27 Sep. 2025
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After all, Stabler was married with 300 children, and a devout Catholic to boot.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
25 Sep. 2025
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Rounding out the mourning quartet is their sister Anne (Emily Fairn), physically sickly, emotionally brittle and unequivocally devout.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Sep. 2025
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After catching this unexpected moment, Emily couldn’t resist sharing the footage on her dog’s dedicated TikTok account.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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The commission’s recommendation came with the caveat, however, that the associated development agreement is modified to require completion of transit improvements — namely a reconfiguration of Sports Arena Boulevard to include dedicated bus lanes — during the first phase of development.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Down the line.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/down%20the%20line. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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