reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
1
: the quality or state of being reliable
2
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials
Examples of reliability in a Sentence
we never had reason to question the reliability of the park rangers in the event of an emergency
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Nike pays top dollar to its biggest names, but its payment structure can be based on performance, both in terms of results and reliability.
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Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
They are used in military applications, aerospace systems, emergency power supplies, and deep-well drilling equipment—settings where reliability and performance cannot be compromised.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, the same report said the F-35 has suffered from reliability issues in recent years.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Jan. 2026
At the same time, Ikon has focused on destinations known for snow reliability, distinctive local culture, and terrain that complements its North American lineup.
—Bailey Berg, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Jan. 2026
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Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
They are used in military applications, aerospace systems, emergency power supplies, and deep-well drilling equipment—settings where reliability and performance cannot be compromised.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, the same report said the F-35 has suffered from reliability issues in recent years.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Jan. 2026
At the same time, Ikon has focused on destinations known for snow reliability, distinctive local culture, and terrain that complements its North American lineup.
—Bailey Berg, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for reliability
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“Reliability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliability. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural reliabilities
: the quality or state of being reliable
Medical Definition
reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural reliabilities
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials
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