as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
seeking a dependable person to look after their summer home in the off-season
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as in reliability
worthiness as the recipient of another's trust or confidence
the questionable dependableness of the no-name televisions being sold at a discount store
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Recent Examples of dependable
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
New research suggests there might not be a dependable benefit for low-risk patients.
—Karl Hille, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2026
The more dependable results typically come from the hydration, peptides, and antioxidants in the formula rather than a dramatic lifting effect.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
At a minimum, the Panthers need a dependable tackle for at least part of the 2026 season while Ekwonu recovers.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Balance these with dependable evergreen trees for an ever-shifting palette of color in the landscape.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
New research suggests there might not be a dependable benefit for low-risk patients.
—Karl Hille, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2026
The more dependable results typically come from the hydration, peptides, and antioxidants in the formula rather than a dramatic lifting effect.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
At a minimum, the Panthers need a dependable tackle for at least part of the 2026 season while Ekwonu recovers.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dependable
Adjective
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The attack was likely meant to demonstrate how the group, a once reliable and powerful proxy of the Islamic Republic, still has the capability and the will to strike on behalf of Tehran.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Again, the cast award is not a reliable best picture precursor.—
Glenn Whipp,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Musk now oversees the AI chatbot, Grok, which the Pentagon also plans to give access to classified military networks despite its safety and reliability on top of government investigations into its creation of sexualized deepfake images.—
Michael Liedtke,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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The idea is that renewable power—when coupled with shorter- and long-duration batteries—can finally shed the reliability concerns of critics and offer the equivalent of baseload power provided by fossil fuel generation and nuclear power.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In Iran, senior clerics responsible for selecting the next supreme leader are considering naming Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, to the top post, according to reports.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,Holly Ellyatt,Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Councilman Myles Tolliver, D-at large, previously asked who would be responsible for any additional costs if construction goes over budget.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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February 19 – March 20 What would help your body feel safe now?—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The piece is also outdoor-safe and easy to care for; simply wipe it down with a dry cloth after a messy project.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Tallen said his firm has a history of turning around distressed properties in good locations.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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His communication on the defensive end of the floor has been really good, too.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Dependable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dependable. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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