1
as in stability
the state of continuing without change
the mistaken notion that there is constancy in language—words do indeed change their meanings over time
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as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
soldiers serving with constancy and devotion to country
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as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
it takes determination and constancy to get through law school
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Recent Examples of constancy
The speed, urgency, and constancy of online life amplifies extremism because posting, replying, and generally participating in the discourse is its own virtue enrobing all the rest, an internet-maxxing to rule all the others.
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Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
But for the nostalgia lover, the real story of Lupie’s is one of constancy in a city defined by change.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2026
Ouroboros-like, Erdrich is in continual, self-devouring motion and thus presents a kind of constancy of transmutation — identity itself becomes a variable in the endless calculation of renewal.
—Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
Seemingly sleepwalking toward a record streak, which has highlighted his constancy, should certainly help.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
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Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
But for the nostalgia lover, the real story of Lupie’s is one of constancy in a city defined by change.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 Mar. 2026
Ouroboros-like, Erdrich is in continual, self-devouring motion and thus presents a kind of constancy of transmutation — identity itself becomes a variable in the endless calculation of renewal.
—Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
Seemingly sleepwalking toward a record streak, which has highlighted his constancy, should certainly help.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constancy
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Housing and neighborhood stability — including preventing the displacement of existing residents — is a critical community priority listed in the vision and action plan.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Developments in quantum networking, photonic architectures, error correction, and qubit stability stimulate innovation.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Their dedication did not just solve a cold case.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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This is not even considering the dedication of vast expanses of farmland to solar farms.—
Louise Schiavone,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Shine kindly, and let your courage invite fresh adventures now.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
16 June 2026
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California — and America — now desperately need the courage for another moral intervention.—
Tom Debley,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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The greats are often defined by their consistency — and their durability — although both the 37-year-old Durant and 41-year-old James have dealt with a variety of different setbacks as their respective careers have wound down.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Business leaders hope her government could restore policy consistency, reduce regulatory bottlenecks and revive stalled mining projects.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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In India, Shilangi Mukherji, director and head of SVOD Business at Prime Video India, said audience loyalty has been driven by a combination of local originals, licensed programming and long-term investment in intellectual property.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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That sense of loyalty became a feedback loop.—
Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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The Spurs responded with their best game of the series, a 115-111 win that required lots of mental fortitude and, in the end, sent Knicks fans home quiet.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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Tate projected a credo of masculine excellence that revolved around self-discipline, physical prowess, and mental fortitude.—
Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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Morales received the 2024 Ellis Island Medal of Honor for his lifetime commitment to public service and community impact.—
Peter D'Oench,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Reuters, citing unnamed sources from Iran, the West and mediators, reported the deal would not involve an immediate commitment from Iran to end its nuclear program, with discussions about the program being delayed for 60 days.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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As of now, winning on the ground comes down to mastering masking transitions, managing stamina and your fighter's ground prowess.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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This can help delay fatigue and maintain stamina.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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