Staunch Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Staunch that was published at Evening Standard - Quick crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Staunch" leads to the answer "STEM" for several reasons:

• Synonym: The word "staunch" can be synonymous with "stop" or "halt," which directly relates to the concept of a stem.
• Botanical Term: In botany, a stem is the main body or stalk of a plant that provides support and conducts water and nutrients. This fits the idea of being staunch or strong.
• Analogy: Just as a stem serves as a stable support for a plant, being staunch can represent a firm foundation or unwavering support in a more abstract sense.

Therefore, the answer "STEM" aptly matches the clue "Staunch" in today's crossword puzzle.

More Answers:

• STEM
• LOYAL
• STALWART
• STEADFAST
• ROCKSOLID
• TRUEBLUE
• TRUSTY
• AVID
• DEVOTED

Definition of "STEM"

the main body or stalk of a plant or shrub, typically rising above ground but occasionally subterranean.

Example :

the main stem of the wing feathers

her fingers tightened on the stem of her glass

Stanley eyed his father over the stem of his pipe

 The Crossword clue "Staunch" published 122 time/s & has 9 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Evening Standard - Quick	8 April 2024	STEM
The Telegraph - Quick	3 September 2023	STEM
The Irish News Quick	2 June 2023	STEM
Lovatts Enigma	2 January 2023	LOYAL
Independent.co.uk - Concise	10 January 2022	STEM
The Guardian Quick	7 January 2022	STEM
The Irish Independent Simple	10 June 2020	STEM
Newsday.com	6 June 2020	ROCKSOLID
Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate	2 September 2017	ROCKSOLID
The Guardian	13 May 2015	TRUSTY
Ink Well xwords	13 June 2014	AVID
L.A. Times Daily	29 October 2011	TRUEBLUE
USA Today	21 August 2010	DEVOTED
New York Times	5 July 2008	STEM
Wall Street Journal	13 April 2007	TRUSTY
Universal	26 May 2004	DEVOTED