true-blue

adjective

ˈtrü-ˈblü How to pronounce true-blue (audio)
Definition of true-bluenext
as in staunch
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 New York, every pair of true-blue jeans and oversize blazer and painfully gaudy luxe apartment faithfully reproduced. — Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 12 Feb. 2026 Easy to dress up or down, this silhouette still reads polished, especially in a classic true-blue wash like this one. — Belle Bakst, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026 Still, while Adebayo, Herro and Powell are nice players, and Ware is an exciting young piece, Miami doesn't look like a true-blue contender just yet. — Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025 As a true-blue avgeek, my favorite story from the past week was the news that American Airlines will paint one of its Boeing 777s in a special retro paint scheme to commemorate its 100th year of service. — Zach Wichter, USA Today, 20 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for true-blue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for true-blue
  1. staunch
  2. loyal
  3. steadfast
  4. faithful
  5. devout
  6. true
  7. devoted
  8. dedicated
Adjective
  • Already known as a 2020 election denier and staunch Trump supporter, Collins was popular among Georgia's MAGA base.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Doing so would further derail trade talks with one of America’s staunchest allies, which denies treating Coupang differently than Korean companies.
    — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of staunch
Adjective
  • Adcock has built an incredibly loyal and cult-like following in the country music world over the past couple years.
    — David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • From the top-tier practice facility, to a state-of-the-art arena, to fan-forward initiatives, there was a sense the organization was rewarding the people most loyal to the team.
    — Law Murray, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of loyal
Adjective
  • But the same steadfast pursuit that’s placed the attorney at the center of nearly every call for racial justice in the past decade has earned Crump more than a few detractors.
    — Ryan Young, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
  • In spite of the steadfast testimony of those who went over the antlers as meticulously as anyone could, there are still many detractors.
    — Richard P. Smith, Outdoor Life, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of steadfast
Adjective
  • Cover band performs faithful covers of Journey’s iconic classic rock hits.
    — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
  • But for a political reporter, the gathering offers a chance to hear how the candidates message to the party faithful and check in with party loyalists on their mood ahead of the fall election.
    — Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of faithful
Adjective
  • The religious approach appealed to devout Catholics such as Velazquez, an immigrant from Mexico who spent three decades without status in the country, cutting hair from her home and cleaning houses when business was slow.
    — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Ade, a devout Christian and the family’s sole breadwinner, struggles to understand her younger sister Titi, an aspiring singer whose independent spirit challenges convention.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of devout
Adjective
  • The true main event will pit top AEW star Mercedes Mone against Willow Nightingale in yet another women’s world title match that will not go on last.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Unlocking the true nature of dark energy and dark matter could help astronomers understand what the universe is made of, how its expansion has changed over time, and if there is more to understanding gravity than meets the eye.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of true
Adjective
  • My beloved and devoted wife was left with a husband who endangered her well-being through a mirage.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The case has gripped television and online trial watchers after several witnesses testified that Clancy was a good and devoted mother for years before her mental health deteriorated after giving birth to her third child.
    — Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of devoted
Adjective
  • The new system allows the drone to release supplies while hovering, drop payloads during forward flight, or land and unload cargo autonomously, eliminating the need for personnel or dedicated equipment at the receiving site.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Guests in Red Level rooms (Gran Meliá’s premium service) can access a private club lounge for all-day snacks, meals, and drinks; dedicated check-in; a private concierge and a private terrace.
    — Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of dedicated

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“True-blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/true-blue. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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