Definition of "staunches" []

• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of staunch. (verb)

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• "He insults our staunches allies and bellies up to the bar with our enemies."
• "My index finger falls into a deep crevice where the gum used to be; gauze packing staunches the bleeding."
• "Unfortunately, one of Pombo's staunches allies -- Congressman Steve Pearce R-NM -- is back in his old seat."