as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
a steadfast supporter of women's rights
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as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
his refusal to be swayed on this issue is more the result of stubbornness than principled steadfastness
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Recent Examples of steadfast
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
Beyond a fashion context, the brand has amassed a steadfast, non-fashion fanbase who wear theirs for actual hikes rather than around SoHo.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 19 May 2025
These happy few have resisted the pressure to expand Medicaid, maintaining a steadfast commitment to prioritizing vulnerable populations.
—Jennifer Butler, National Review, 18 May 2025
At the shoot, even as Lyonne — who also serves as an executive producer, director, and writer on Poker Face — ups the ante of each take with her signature improv chops, the dogs remain steadfast, focusing on their handlers (and okay, yes, also the treats) to nail every shot.
—EW.com, 13 May 2025
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Adjective
Former Nuggets coach Michael Malone was a steadfast lobbyist for his center, arguing that Jokic’s three previous MVPs and subsequent voter fatigue were playing a role in the narrative throughout this season.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 21 May 2025
Beyond a fashion context, the brand has amassed a steadfast, non-fashion fanbase who wear theirs for actual hikes rather than around SoHo.
—Alice Cary, Vogue, 19 May 2025
These happy few have resisted the pressure to expand Medicaid, maintaining a steadfast commitment to prioritizing vulnerable populations.
—Jennifer Butler, National Review, 18 May 2025
At the shoot, even as Lyonne — who also serves as an executive producer, director, and writer on Poker Face — ups the ante of each take with her signature improv chops, the dogs remain steadfast, focusing on their handlers (and okay, yes, also the treats) to nail every shot.
—EW.com, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadfast
Adjective
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The friends not keen on competing become our valiant team of producers — recording content and posting updates live for our loyal Instagram fanbase (almost 200 followers).—
Mia Venkat,
NPR,
31 May 2025
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His close friends and colleagues often described him as loyal, deeply thoughtful, and warm in his own way—just not overly expressive.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
Noun
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The guide is in line with the Space System Protection Standard, which summarizes NASA's continuous dedication to supporting the creation of exact cybersecurity standards for its space systems.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The scholarships are awarded to student caddies who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, dedication on the golf course and exemplary character.—
Jad El Reda,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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Macgregor, a staunch anti-interventionist, advocates for dropping Russian sanctions completely rather than imposing more, and argues the U.S. national strategic interests do not conflict with Russia’s.—
Emily Brooks,
The Hill,
28 May 2025
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Makary, who was sworn in to lead the FDA on April 1, is a controversial Johns Hopkins University surgeon and researcher who gained national attention as a staunch critic of the federal response to COVID.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
Noun
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Customers saw how reliable and stylish the existing products were, their dedication elevated loyalty to the emerging brand.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Ellison attributed those gains to investments Lowe’s has made in the business since 2018, including expanding its merchandise lineup and launching a pro loyalty program.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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But being faithful to existing customers is one of her most important obligations.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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Normally the complaint with an adaptation is that the show or film's creators are ruining the story somehow by being insufficiently faithful to the source material and losing something in the process.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2025
Noun
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The former — the college commitment — came a year ago.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 2025
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Cruise, though, is very determined to remind us just how much physical commitment his action work requires.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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In 2023, Caviezel, a devout Catholic, starred in mega box office breakout Sound Of Freedom, produced by faith-friendly Angel Studios, and is next due to reprise his role as Jesus in Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
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Local family members and friends know the new pontiff as a lifelong devout Catholic and former altar boy who makes frequent trips back home to the Chicago area, cheering for the White Sox and enjoying a slice of Aurelio’s pizza when back in town.—
Angie Leventis Lourgos,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
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Feeling abandoned, fans returned the favor, switching allegiances to the Lakers to remain with Doncic.—
Bobby Krivitsky,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Some videos show workers raising their right fists and pledging allegiance before a Chinese flag, evidence of the ideological training that experts say is often mandatory for Uyghur workers on such job programs.—
David Pierson,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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“Steadfast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadfast. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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