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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.
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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.
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Literary Hub,
19 Mar. 2026
Seemingly sleepwalking toward a record streak, which has highlighted his constancy, should certainly help.
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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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Caretakers manage breeding programs to preserve their distinctive traits, including their long horns and rich brown coloring, a shade associated with royalty, maturity and stability.
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Patients deserve stability and predictability and the chance to focus on our health — not on financial games played by insurers.
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The party highlighted his lifelong dedication to the independence movement and his role in promoting national unity, dialogue, peace and political stability throughout his public career.
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The spectators, meanwhile, were a perfect mix of first-timers and lifers, with both groups taking their dedication to the theme very, very seriously.
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Unable to outrun the Bitchfist, the Hand earns his reputation for cunning and courage.
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March 21 – April 19 Aries, your courage meets a softer mirror.
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Chia seeds absorb liquid and create a gel-like consistency when soaked.
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More consistency next season and beyond will add more certainty to reaching his star potential.
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At its core, the play examines what happens when loyalty to an institution collides with a commitment to the truth, as a young lawyer risks his career to challenge powerful military leaders and expose wrongdoing within the ranks.
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Amazon is wagering that a half-price membership can manufacture loyalty among a cohort that has more financial anxiety than any before it, and less brand allegiance to show for it.
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However, optimizing it in meaningful ways that are beneficial to its key constituencies is possible and can be rewarding on many levels if would-be disruptors are realistic about the scale and complexity of the challenges and have the creativity, patience, and fortitude to overcome them.
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Teams love Stirtz’s mental fortitude, leadership and of course his ability to score.
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Buying a house felt like a commitment to building a future in a community that welcomed us.
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Stone maintained his commitment to the fair treatment of Chesterton and Porter.
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Be honest about your age, health and stamina.
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In Taurus, however, the red planet trades speed for stamina.
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“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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