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Stanch vs. Staunch
Stanch
/stɔːntʃ/Examples:
We used a towel to stanch the bleeding from the wound.The team tried to stanch the flow of information leaks.Her quick action helped to stanch the financial losses.
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Staunch
/stɔːntʃ/Examples:
Her loyalty to her friends is staunch and unwavering.The old bridge was a staunch structure, lasting centuries.Despite setbacks, his belief in justice remained staunch.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Stanch and staunch are often confused because they are pronounced the same way.
- Stanch is related to stopping the flow, think of a staunch towel that absorbs and stops blood.
- Staunch often describes someone who is loyal and steadfast, like a staunch ally who stands by your side.
- Remember stanch with the idea of halting or stopping in an emergency.
- Think of staunch as a characteristic of unwavering dedication or support.
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