as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
a steadfast supporter of women's rights
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Recent Examples of steadfast
Duckett was steadfast and fluid, reaching 36 off 25 balls.
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ABC News,
18 June 2026
Since his senior year of high school, Scheffler has also had the steadfast support of Meredith, his wife of nearly six years, through his setbacks and triumphs.
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Anna Lazarus Caplan,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
Sacramento Councilmember Karina Talamantes, whose district is directly adjacent to the project, has remained steadfast in her opposition to the development, urging the county to further delay the vote until a new supervisor is elected to replace Phil Serna, who is championing the project.
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Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
Despite the serious legal questions, Republicans have remained steadfast in their belief that the map is in effect and will be used.
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Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for steadfast
ABC News,
18 June 2026
Since his senior year of high school, Scheffler has also had the steadfast support of Meredith, his wife of nearly six years, through his setbacks and triumphs.
—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
Sacramento Councilmember Karina Talamantes, whose district is directly adjacent to the project, has remained steadfast in her opposition to the development, urging the county to further delay the vote until a new supervisor is elected to replace Phil Serna, who is championing the project.
—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
Despite the serious legal questions, Republicans have remained steadfast in their belief that the map is in effect and will be used.
—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for steadfast
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadfast
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But the star has cultivated a loyal collective of her favorite brands, including Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney and Area (recall her famous Super Bowl jeans).
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Acquirers should look for these kinds of recurring and diversified revenues, as well as assess whether the brand has a loyal community.
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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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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.
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For a devout convert to Catholicism, Vance has a bumpy history with the Vatican.
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Fearing a loss of their significant clout and influence, devout Protestants revived the earlier campaign to write their faith commitments into the Constitution.
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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.
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Designers are curating dedicated accessory collections or reimagining signature styles in PVC and glossy finishes, from Chloé and Tory Burch to Diesel.
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Interpretation platforms like Entrain by Hypothesis Forge, Sensie and Meo Health layer coaching on top of existing sensors, and some work without a dedicated wearable at all.
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Instead of demanding personal fealty or humiliating them to assert personal dominance, Lincoln absorbed their egos and occasional slights, elevating their talents and turning his fiercest political adversaries into his most devoted champions.
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The business began as a ghost kitchen inside Oak Street Eats before growing a devoted following through social media.
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“Steadfast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadfast. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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