I. noun
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a stalwart of the Democratic Party
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A lucky stalwart might gain the patronage of some powerful upper-hab clan or even of a noble.
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However, if policies are changed, party stalwarts will complain that traditional principles are being forgotten.
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My being hemmed in by well-armed stalwarts, was part of the plan.
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Perhaps he could count on Paul Quinn, a stalwart of the 9: 15 liturgy planning team.
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So what if movement stalwarts fought with one another? asks Nicosia.
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The stalwarts of the Hunterston Cycle Club are taking to the road again in the name of charity.
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The party stalwarts toe the presidential line and shout down those who disagree.
II. adjective
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Fritz was maid, butler, and errand boy, the stalwart ninny who never spoke a word of complaint.
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Goldman typically has shied away from risky startups, preferring to stick with more stalwart institutions such as Chevron Corp.
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Only the stalwart , the dedicated, or the mad, remain.
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She could see the lake behind the motel through the stalwart line of trees.