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steadfastness

[ sted-fast-n_uh_s, -f_uh_st- ]

noun

1. firmness in purpose, resolution, faith, attachment, etc.:
   There can be no doubt about the courage and steadfastness with which these three martyrs faced trial and death.
2. the fact or quality of being fixed or steady in direction or position:
   The lift of her chin, the cadence of her words, the steadfastness of her gaze—all denote the strength and grace of a matriarch.
3. the fact or quality of being firmly established, as an institution or state of affairs:
   The conduct of the elections during this national disaster was a testament to the steadfastness of our democracy.

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"Great challenges still lie ahead of us. We need endurance, unity, courage, and steadfastness. Together we will fight, and with God's help - together we will win."

“All Lebanese want steadfastness against Israel,” he said.

Shakespeare already built in a reversal between these characters; Macbeth’s early hesitance and caution shifts to untethered resolve, while Lady Macbeth’s early steadfastness shifts to guilt and madness.

Given the lengthy nature of TV contracts and relative steadfastness of fans, any immediate impact may be subtle.

While Churchill’s political gift was steadfastness, Roosevelt’s was nimble dexterity.