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steadfast people

[/ˈstɛdfɑːst ˈpiːpəl/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (collective noun)
pessoas firmes; pessoas leais
1. People who are loyal, committed, and unwavering in their beliefs, principles, or dedication to someone or something
The steadfast people in our community refused to abandon their principles despite external pressure.
As pessoas firmes em nossa comunidade recusaram-se a abandonar seus princípios apesar da pressão externa.
2. Individuals who remain constant and reliable in difficult situations
The steadfast people on the team ensured the project was completed successfully.
As pessoas leais da equipe garantiram que o projeto fosse concluído com sucesso.
NYC Slang
ride-or-die people; solid folks
Synonyms
loyal peoplefaithful peoplecommitted peoplereliable peopleunwavering peoplededicated people
Antonyms
fickle peopleunreliable peopledisloyal peoplewavering peopleunfaithful people

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pessoas firmes; pessoas leais
Common usage in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
pessoas firmes; povo constante
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
pessoas de palavra; pessoas confiáveis
Emphasis on reliability and trustworthiness
Portugal
pessoas inabaláveis; pessoas dedicadas
More formal, emphasizing unwavering nature

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand firm
hold fast
true to one's word
through thick and thin
rock solid
unmovable as a mountain
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