1. Military forces that remain faithful and obedient to a government, leader, or cause, especially during conflict or political instability
The general commanded the loyal troops to defend the capital against the rebels.
O general comandou as tropas leais para defender a capital contra os rebeldes.
2. Soldiers or military units that maintain allegiance and refuse to defect or mutiny
During the coup attempt, only the loyal troops remained at their posts.
Durante a tentativa de golpe, apenas as tropas leais permaneceram em seus postos.