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
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
We were just stunned by my idiotic behavior, but that idea that of the constancy was suddenly were wiped.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Across cultures and eras, the Moon has symbolized constancy, the comforting cycle of tides, months, fertility, and agriculture.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 2 Mar. 2026
This constancy has given Ridge — which operates two wineries, one in Cupertino in the Santa Cruz Mountains, and the other in Healdsburg in Dry Creek Valley — a sense not only of timelessness, but of relevance to the current moment.
—Senior Wine Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Feb. 2026
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Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 13 Mar. 2026
We were just stunned by my idiotic behavior, but that idea that of the constancy was suddenly were wiped.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Across cultures and eras, the Moon has symbolized constancy, the comforting cycle of tides, months, fertility, and agriculture.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 2 Mar. 2026
This constancy has given Ridge — which operates two wineries, one in Cupertino in the Santa Cruz Mountains, and the other in Healdsburg in Dry Creek Valley — a sense not only of timelessness, but of relevance to the current moment.
—Senior Wine Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constancy
Noun
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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 Practical fixes create shared stability.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Apr. 2026
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December 22 – January 19 Practical fixes create shared stability.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Stockdale's discoveries and dedication resulted in the Astronomical Society of Australia (ASA) awarding him the 2026 Berenice and Arthur Page Medal.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
19 Apr. 2026
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For me, being an artist is about hard work, dedication, and pushing yourself to create something that matters.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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The award goes to one Bears rookie and one veteran player who exemplifies the courage, loyalty, teamwork, dedication and sense of humor of the late Piccolo.—
Eileen T. Meslar,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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But instead of paving the way for some good ol’ fashioned infidelity, the liquid courage causes the women to turn on each other, with the evening devolving into inebriated insults and recriminations.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Strong partnerships today come from clarity, consistency, and mutual respect.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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From their consistency in reaching the postseason, to spending money to build a team, to treating players and their families as good or better than anyone.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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But will that don maintain the family’s loyalty, or will they ultimately be overthrown?—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
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Maybe only 22 percent of Americans would readily accept Homelander as their one true God, but his vision might also appeal to those Christians whose fanatic prejudices outweigh any specific loyalty to the Bible and its lessons in compassion.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
22 Apr. 2026
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The level of intense feelings that anchor the show requires mental fortitude, yes, but also open-hearted candor.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
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Still, Robinson became one of the best players of his generation, possibly of all time, showing tremendous mental fortitude to go along with his elite athleticism.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar called on Iran and the United States to keep their commitment to maintain a ceasefire, after both countries ended historic face-to-face talks without an agreement.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Kaylee and Summit's history is littered with commitment issues, break-ups, and make-ups, and those old wounds remain evident during the final bonfire.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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Small, repeatable choices will strengthen your stamina.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Physical stamina and comfort preferences may evolve.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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