as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
a true-blue patriot even during the revolution's darkest hours
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Recent Examples of true-blue
Dressing as a true-blue, off-duty, yet insanely famous, American sportsman.
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Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
This dish could turn kale-doubters into true-blue kale fans.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
All the stuff, really, enough to make a bona-fide, honest-to-God, true-blue spoof feature, the kind made by a studio and with a budget and giant stars and a full-fledged theatrical release.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 1 Aug. 2025
The band is rounded out by true-blue musicians Carlos O’Connell (the guitarist for Irish rock band Fontaines D.C.) on bass and David Ashby (frontman of local London band Sleaze, who in fact first introduced Felber to The Ivy House) on keys.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 12 July 2025
The fact that Washington lacks a true-blue pass-rusher makes a potential move for Watt even more of a necessity.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025
Even in true-blue Manhattan, Columbus Circle still has its 76-foot tall namesake at its center, a monument developed in response to the violent lynchings of Italian-American immigrants.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
Thankfully, Kesari Chapter 2 star Akshay Kumar — once again playing the role of a savior and true-blue patriot — doesn’t listen to this judge.
—Anupama Chopra, HollywoodReporter, 24 Apr. 2025
The small true-blue flowers are highly attractive to beneficial insects that provide natural pest control in the garden including parasitoids wasps, flower (hover) flies, ladybeetles, and lacewings.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
This dish could turn kale-doubters into true-blue kale fans.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 15 Sep. 2025
All the stuff, really, enough to make a bona-fide, honest-to-God, true-blue spoof feature, the kind made by a studio and with a budget and giant stars and a full-fledged theatrical release.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 1 Aug. 2025
The band is rounded out by true-blue musicians Carlos O’Connell (the guitarist for Irish rock band Fontaines D.C.) on bass and David Ashby (frontman of local London band Sleaze, who in fact first introduced Felber to The Ivy House) on keys.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 12 July 2025
The fact that Washington lacks a true-blue pass-rusher makes a potential move for Watt even more of a necessity.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025
Even in true-blue Manhattan, Columbus Circle still has its 76-foot tall namesake at its center, a monument developed in response to the violent lynchings of Italian-American immigrants.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 28 Apr. 2025
Thankfully, Kesari Chapter 2 star Akshay Kumar — once again playing the role of a savior and true-blue patriot — doesn’t listen to this judge.
—Anupama Chopra, HollywoodReporter, 24 Apr. 2025
The small true-blue flowers are highly attractive to beneficial insects that provide natural pest control in the garden including parasitoids wasps, flower (hover) flies, ladybeetles, and lacewings.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for true-blue
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Or write a support email with the perfect mix of humor and sincerity to turn a fuming customer into a loyal advocate?—
Rupesh Dabbir,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Critics have also accused Patel of politicizing the FBI, firing senior officials seen as insufficiently loyal to Trump, and prioritizing public image over investigative integrity.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Established in 1945 by advertising pioneer Albert Lasker and his wife, Mary, who was a staunch advocate for medical research, the awards highlight basic biological discoveries and advances that improve human health.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Forget the critics and the staunch music execs, the fans are so ready!—
Michael Nied,
PEOPLE,
13 Sep. 2025
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As each one of our kids left for college and then moved out on their own, Chewie remained right there like our steadfast companion.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Sep. 2025
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To Mike Hopkins, your steadfast leadership has been instrumental in shaping Prime Video’s new vision and success.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
17 Sep. 2025
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Well done, good and faithful servant.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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Be faithful in your religious duties.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
17 Sep. 2025
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Slater’s first blast of the evening was a true wall-scraper in the top of the third, barely clearing the center-field fence to give the Giants an early 1-0 lead.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
20 Sep. 2025
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And remember, the point spread is designed to divide the wagers evenly, not be a true indicator of value.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Wicks’ modest-but-devoted flock includes devout church lady Martha Delacroix (Close), circumspect groundskeeper Samson Holt (Church), tightly-wound lawyer Vera Draven, Esq.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Sep. 2025
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His devout love for these sneakers has also turned my grandma into a convert, and now the two happily sport their Kiziks all over Thailand, walking from food stall to food stall.—
Alexandra Domrongchai,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Surfing boomed, riding the waves to become not only a dedicated lifestyle, but a worldwide sporting industry.—
J.D. Gallop,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, the Meeting Zone offers yet another dedicated space for one-on-one networking.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
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Ross is a devoted dad, frequently posting about his children on social media.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
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His legacy lives on through his children, art, filmmaking and devoted passion to conservation and the environment.—
Hannah Parry
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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“True-blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/true-blue. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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