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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Fiorucci showed the true-blue wash on overalls and a duster coat.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2024
The story mode is still something of a mystery to anyone who isn’t a true-blue Black Ops fanatic winding up their own cork board strings to figure out the plot.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2024
Even still, true-blue midnight or not, this hidden gem from 2005 should absolutely be commended for its commitment to taking big swings.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 16 Aug. 2024
Falling in love with all things Iceland: ‘My life changed’
Working for that company proved to be a microcosm of Chambers’ conversion to a true-blue Icelander: challenging at first, but eventually eye-opening.
—Ryan Ermey,mickey Todiwala, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2024
This rich true-blue color could perhaps best be compared to the deep blue waters in Canyon Lake, Texas and stands out for its versatile, enduring quality.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2024
While big winter swells cater to true-blue surfers, summer ushers in gentler beginner sets.
—Kate Donnelly, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2024
For a pair of true-blue sweats that won’t hug your legs, look no further than the 2022 Activewear Award–winning Spanx Aire Essentials Wide Leg Pant.
—Sarah Madaus, SELF, 21 June 2024
Of course, even if Maryland had followed suit and followed Colorado, Illinois, Maine and other states in their futile effort to keep Trump off the ballot, the chances of Trump winning in Maryland remains next to none as is the case of most true-blue states.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2024
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2024
The story mode is still something of a mystery to anyone who isn’t a true-blue Black Ops fanatic winding up their own cork board strings to figure out the plot.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2024
Even still, true-blue midnight or not, this hidden gem from 2005 should absolutely be commended for its commitment to taking big swings.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 16 Aug. 2024
Falling in love with all things Iceland: ‘My life changed’
Working for that company proved to be a microcosm of Chambers’ conversion to a true-blue Icelander: challenging at first, but eventually eye-opening.
—Ryan Ermey,mickey Todiwala, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2024
This rich true-blue color could perhaps best be compared to the deep blue waters in Canyon Lake, Texas and stands out for its versatile, enduring quality.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2024
While big winter swells cater to true-blue surfers, summer ushers in gentler beginner sets.
—Kate Donnelly, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2024
For a pair of true-blue sweats that won’t hug your legs, look no further than the 2022 Activewear Award–winning Spanx Aire Essentials Wide Leg Pant.
—Sarah Madaus, SELF, 21 June 2024
Of course, even if Maryland had followed suit and followed Colorado, Illinois, Maine and other states in their futile effort to keep Trump off the ballot, the chances of Trump winning in Maryland remains next to none as is the case of most true-blue states.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for true-blue
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The legendary investor fell in love with Apple for its loyal customer base and the stickiness of the iPhone.Yun Li, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2024
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The group has been loyal to Baffert during his three-year suspension from Churchill Downs after Medina Spirit was disqualified for a medication violation after finishing first in the 2021 Derby.John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
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Cultivating his loyal fan base in Australia, his bass-heavy artistry continues to inspire global listeners with a staunch refusal to be boxed in. Demonstrating his dedication to innovation, Artifact possesses an intense desire to bring something new to the table with every release.SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 30 Oct. 2024
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During a heated exchange on Monday, Duterte raised his voice at Sen. Risa Hontiveros, a staunch human rights activist, who said that his campaign had killed 122 children, including a baby.Jim Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
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His daughters, especially Courtney Force Rahal and Brittany Force, along with his wife Laurie, were steadfast in their support.David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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Boeing raised its wage offer twice after the strike started on Sept. 13 but has been steadfast in opposing the return of pensions.David Koenig, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2024
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Farrell’s scrappy, working-class Penguin is a big departure from the comics, but certain character traits are faithful to the character’s origins.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Meanwhile, the Lomography community has remained a faithful one, and has uploaded more than 17 million of their snaps to the official website's image hub.New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2024
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Based on our testing of the luxury firm model, the Saatva Classic is a true medium-firm mattress, which is considered the best choice for back pain and spinal alignment.Lindsay Boyers, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2024
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All that being said, to me, true stability in finance means having access to data that quickens decision-making and allows for a holistic, real-time view of the business, which speeds payments, improves cash flow and working capital, and maximizes customer satisfaction.Sunil Rajasekar, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Here, the Pacifica played with devout focus, bringing us into the territory of late Beethoven and late Shostakovich.Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
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But that is exactly what the 72-year-old devout Catholic and grandmother has become to some in this northern California county — which has been convulsed by conspiracy theories about voter fraud and other extremist ideologies over the last three years.Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2024
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Each of the seven party members have a dedicated character story that runs throughout the main game, weaving in and out of the primary narrative, and they’re directly integrated into the story in much larger roles than in past Dragon Age games.Hayes Madsen, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2024
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This includes creating dedicated NIL roles with expertise in women's sports marketing, establishing clear support structures, and leveraging the unique strengths women athletes bring to brand partnerships.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Hundreds of devoted Dodger fans watched Monday night’s World Series game from ground-level seats just behind the Yankees’ dugout.Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
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Though these are global trends and the two have found investor-believers internationally, Elias and Correia remain devoted to their Canadian roots.Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2024
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“True-blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/true-blue. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.
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