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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as in down to the ground
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Recent Examples of down-the-line
Dan Zaksheske Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
His down-the-line forehand averages 75 mph, which is 4 mph faster than the tour average but 6 mph slower than his usual regular topspin forehand.
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Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
To streamline the calculations, Hammond and his team used artificial intelligence for translating the barrage of past runoff data into down-the-line predictions.
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Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
20 Apr. 2026
Sadly, there was no space for her in either the main categories or the down-the-line spots.
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Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
7 Nov. 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.
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Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
This seemingly portends a trade somewhere down the line, but for now, the Thunder capitalized on a talent tier drop-off ahead of the next group of players.
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John Hollinger,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Steely and deliberate songwriting that casually staggers down the line between rhythm and melody, laced with loose yet conscious jams.
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Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2026
While Fundstrat Global Advisors’ Tom Lee believes a number of catalysts could impact the market down the line – such as the implementation of task forces at the Federal Reserve and supply chain impacts from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz – the environment remains positive.
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Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
21 June 2026
Sherman points out that neglecting your filters can lead to more serious issues down the line.
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Abby Monteil,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
But if the right role came up, maybe down the line.
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Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
Inexpensive raw wood furniture can be stained or painted to suit this new, subtle aesthetic and easily updated down the line.
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Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
Better yet, the classic pattern feels just as appropriate for a big-kid room a few years down the line.
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Briana Feigon,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
Adjective
Instead of the same wider down-the-line shots, the network showed tighter solo shots of select players, including Stephon Castle, Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart, as well as both head coaches.
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Dan Zaksheske Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
His down-the-line forehand averages 75 mph, which is 4 mph faster than the tour average but 6 mph slower than his usual regular topspin forehand.
—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
To streamline the calculations, Hammond and his team used artificial intelligence for translating the barrage of past runoff data into down-the-line predictions.
—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
20 Apr. 2026
Sadly, there was no space for her in either the main categories or the down-the-line spots.
—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
7 Nov. 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
Adverb
Could the Pacers grab one of those picks and send San Antonio a future asset that may be more helpful down the line?
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Tony East,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
This seemingly portends a trade somewhere down the line, but for now, the Thunder capitalized on a talent tier drop-off ahead of the next group of players.
—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Steely and deliberate songwriting that casually staggers down the line between rhythm and melody, laced with loose yet conscious jams.
—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2026
While Fundstrat Global Advisors’ Tom Lee believes a number of catalysts could impact the market down the line – such as the implementation of task forces at the Federal Reserve and supply chain impacts from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz – the environment remains positive.
—
Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
21 June 2026
Sherman points out that neglecting your filters can lead to more serious issues down the line.
—
Abby Monteil,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
But if the right role came up, maybe down the line.
—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2026
Inexpensive raw wood furniture can be stained or painted to suit this new, subtle aesthetic and easily updated down the line.
—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2026
Better yet, the classic pattern feels just as appropriate for a big-kid room a few years down the line.
—
Briana Feigon,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for down-the-line
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That leaves Shapiro—an Orthodox Jew and staunch Zionist—in a tough spot.
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The public is warming up to nuclear, too – after decades of staunch opposition, a 2024 survey commissioned by the Energy Department found that more than 70% of Filipinos trust nuclear power as a reliable source of electricity, and many support rehabilitating the BNPP.
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The Federal Reserve’s steadfast period of low interest rates in the 2000s was criticized as contributing to a housing bubble in the 2000s, followed by the mortgage crisis of 2007 and the Great Recession the following year.
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With the almighty Sun highlighting your 7th House of Partnership, commitments benefit from structure that includes realistic timelines and steadfast follow-through.
Adjective
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The uninitiated might be surprised that Game Changer has amassed a fiercely loyal, very active online fan base.
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Cao is strategically building his team, repositioning competent legacy appointees to ensure continuity while fostering a loyal leadership cadre.
Adjective
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From viral Aldi Finds to tried-and-true products shoppers love to tell their friends about, people love the thrill of discovering something new here.
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That rugged access is part of the appeal for buyers seeking a true escape rather than a weekend cabin with neighbors in sight.
Adjective
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Olivia Rodrigo’s graphic T-shirts, sheer dresses, and keen eye for spotting the season’s hottest best shoes and accessories make her one of the best, effortless styles around.
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Carr was viewed by NBA scouts as athletic with his 42½-inch vertical leap and as having a good jump shot.
Adjective
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Handing the follow-up to her, and her faithful floating dog Krypto, strikes me as an extremely natural next step.
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Austin Sumter, a faithful reader of this newsletter.
Adjective
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His mother, Laura, was a devout Methodist and a vegetarian, while his father, Kenneth, who worked as an accounts clerk and also restored prams and bicycles, had been a conscientious objector, and was a militant anti-smoker.
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Back home, monks had already begun performing last rite rituals for him, as his devout Buddhist wife and daughter mourned him, presuming him dead.
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“Down-the-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/down-the-line. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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