as in staunch
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
a down-the-line supporter of the Republican Party
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Recent Examples of down-the-line
Sam Warren, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Sadly, there was no space for her in either the main categories or the down-the-line spots.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
With Sinner serving at 2-9, Alcaraz ripped a down-the-line forehand winner to capture the match and fell to the court on his back.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Francisco Lindor followed with a down-the-line single to bring another run for the Mets (38-22).
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2025
Any preconceived idea that the 50-year-old might be a cold, straight-down-the-line manager who plays it safe has been dispelled.
—Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Cara Dune simply stopped appearing on the show, leaving the door open for a return down the line.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
One of those sweepers hung up in the strike zone, and Pete Crow-Armstrong yanked it down the line and over the right field wall for a two-run homer in the fourth inning.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
In the new center, West Ada plans to offer programs including residential construction and welding, and to expand to cosmetology and dental assisting down the line.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 29 Apr. 2026
Haider said many customers enjoy watching the doughnuts, which are always fresh-to-order, moving down the line.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Kantor said that could have a big impact on kids down the line, both in school and in the workforce.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Maybe there’s another Brady project down the line.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 27 Apr. 2026
But while affordability is a real concern, avoiding care entirely can lead to more serious — and more expensive — issues down the line.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
He shouldn’t be looked at as a replacement for Mike Evans, but he might be looked at as a down-the-line lineup replacement for 30-year old Chris Godwin, depending on how long Godwin plays.
—Sam Warren, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Sadly, there was no space for her in either the main categories or the down-the-line spots.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2025
With Sinner serving at 2-9, Alcaraz ripped a down-the-line forehand winner to capture the match and fell to the court on his back.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Francisco Lindor followed with a down-the-line single to bring another run for the Mets (38-22).
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2025
Any preconceived idea that the 50-year-old might be a cold, straight-down-the-line manager who plays it safe has been dispelled.
—Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
Adverb
Per the report, childhood obesity lowers someone’s chances of earning more than their parents down the line.
—Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Cara Dune simply stopped appearing on the show, leaving the door open for a return down the line.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
One of those sweepers hung up in the strike zone, and Pete Crow-Armstrong yanked it down the line and over the right field wall for a two-run homer in the fourth inning.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
In the new center, West Ada plans to offer programs including residential construction and welding, and to expand to cosmetology and dental assisting down the line.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 29 Apr. 2026
Haider said many customers enjoy watching the doughnuts, which are always fresh-to-order, moving down the line.
—Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026
Kantor said that could have a big impact on kids down the line, both in school and in the workforce.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Maybe there’s another Brady project down the line.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 27 Apr. 2026
But while affordability is a real concern, avoiding care entirely can lead to more serious — and more expensive — issues down the line.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for down-the-line
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In most cases, the first few episodes of a series stream for free, and a viewer pays for the rest; profit is further maximized through a staunch commitment to efficiency, often at the expense of labor standards.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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Arbeloa was one of Jose Mourinho’s staunchest defenders during the Portuguese manager’s divisive time in charge from 2010-2013 — when Mourinho fell out with then-captain and Spain icon Iker Casillas.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But certainly nothing may have damaged their trust more than the steadfast assertions that the COVID vaccines were able to stop infection and transmission.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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Their families both have expressed steadfast support of Broadnax's execution.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Scott Quigley, a loyal minion of yet another septuagenarian Democrat hack DA, Marian Ryan of Middlesex County.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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Locals often describe Elizabeth Creamery as a hidden gem — a small, friendly spot with homemade ice cream and a loyal following that keeps people coming back.—
Tristan Graziano,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Moon moves through your 1st House of Identity, bringing focus back to what’s true for you.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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While that’s still true, some of these rising players are feeling the pain of fickle production, too.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Here are The Denver Post’s 20 best fits remaining for the Broncos through rounds four, five, six, seven and beyond, if Denver indeed wants to have a good day Saturday.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Just being able to be available every single day and also just bring energy and be a good clubhouse guy.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This is a faithful recreation of the original game that takes full advantage of modern gaming tech.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Despite the critical lashing, the audience score has been propped up by faithful fans and is sitting at 96%.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, a devout socialist and one of the most vocal opponents of the Pentagon’s Operation Epic Fury in Iran, brushed off the threat of being removed from the alliance.—
Mike Brest,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Pharisees were the most devout members of ancient Israeli society, and their real agenda was not to trouble Jesus, but to protest against and challenge Rome.—
Letters to the Editor,
Washington Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Down-the-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/down-the-line. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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