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staunches

The correct spelling is staunches.

How to pronounce staunches

verb

Say it like: Stau-nch-es

The correct spelling is staunches. To stop the flow of (blood). For example: "Somebody's got to staunch those press leaks!"

Usage Examples

Somebody's got to staunch those press leaks!

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To stop the flow of (blood).
  2. 2.To stop, check, or deter an action.

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