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 Catholic Church has long tried to balance a sense of eternal constancy with efforts to remain current, best seen in its stance on LGBTQ issues: While the Church still teaches homosexuality is wrong, its tone has shifted from harsh judgment.
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
That the shop has indulged families for decades speaks to its constancy.
—Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 17 June 2025
Closer to home, physicists study vibrations of atoms, such as those used in atomic clocks, to look for deviations from pure constancy.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 23 May 2025
Gold’s constancy explains why it’s long been used to define money.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
That the shop has indulged families for decades speaks to its constancy.
—Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 17 June 2025
Closer to home, physicists study vibrations of atoms, such as those used in atomic clocks, to look for deviations from pure constancy.
—Paul Sutter, Space.com, 23 May 2025
Gold’s constancy explains why it’s long been used to define money.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constancy
Noun
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Unlike bipedal humanoids, the Onero H1 uses a wheeled base paired with articulated arms, prioritizing stability and dexterity over walking.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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The new agreement says that Ukraine’s sovereignty and its ability to defend itself are non-negotiable elements of any peace deal and warned that its self-defense is essential to its own security and wider Euro-Atlantic stability.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Still, Mamdani thanked first responders for their dedication to saving lives in both blazes.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Know of a longtime volunteer in Rancho Bernardo who stands out above the rest for dedication, leadership and service?—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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The gathering is not passive remembrance, but a collective act of courage.—
Michelle Edgar,
Daily News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Against a backdrop of a world divided, these teens rise with fire, wit, and unshakable humanity – delivering a masterclass in courage, conviction, and the kind of hope that refuses to be silenced.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
6 Jan. 2026
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Built for consistency, scale Dmitry Dima Puriaev, co-founder of AI Barmen, said his background in robotics shaped the product focus.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Thus, over time, Williams gained appreciation for Johnson’s motives, for his communication style, most of all for his consistency.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The strategy reflects McDonald's broader push to lean on nostalgia and popular partnerships to drive traffic and loyalty at a time when consumers are growing more cautious about spending, the outlet reported, citing a recent earnings call.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Guests are automatically enrolled in Intrepid Insiders, a loyalty program offering early access to sales and new itineraries.—
Josh Roberts,
USA Today,
10 Jan. 2026
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In 1877, the poet Helen Hunt Jackson argued that winter is where fortitude gathers.—
Rafaela Jinich,
The Atlantic,
1 Jan. 2026
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And consider her father’s mental fortitude to play in a 1979 European Cup semi-final against German champions Cologne — and score with a diving header — three days after learning his brother, Hughie, and sister-in-law, Isobel, had been killed in a car crash just outside Glasgow.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
25 Dec. 2025
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The Gophers added to its wide receiver room with the commitment of Cincinnati transfer Noah Jennings on Friday night.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
10 Jan. 2026
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Carrying Mandarin-style wooden ducks (won-ang seteu) down the aisle symbolizes the groom's commitment to his partner and represents virtues like fidelity, harmony, and family in Korean culture.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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But the stamina of his thought is exactly proportionate to the depth of his love for his subject.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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Too many are still waiting for resources, for clear answers, for a path that doesn’t require super-human stamina just to survive.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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