as in reliableness
worthiness as the recipient of another's trust or confidence
we never had reason to question the reliability of the park rangers in the event of an emergency
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Recent Examples of reliability
His obituary remembered his infectious laughter and gentle spirit, noting his kindness, genuineness, and reliability.
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Matthew Davisson,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
By focusing on reliability, accessibility and continuous improvement, these five professionals help strengthen the systems that people rely on every day.
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Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Data center operators gain more predictable energy costs and improved reliability.
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Patricia J. Kissinger,
STAT,
18 June 2026
Expansion will accelerate with the launch of the power cabinet 2.0.
Competition and reliability are crucial.
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Joel Feder,
The Drive,
10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reliability
Matthew Davisson,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
By focusing on reliability, accessibility and continuous improvement, these five professionals help strengthen the systems that people rely on every day.
—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Data center operators gain more predictable energy costs and improved reliability.
—
Patricia J. Kissinger,
STAT,
18 June 2026
Expansion will accelerate with the launch of the power cabinet 2.0.
Competition and reliability are crucial.
—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reliability
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reliability
Noun
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Drivers of today need unlimited mileage, lightning-fast recharge cycles, drastically reduced chassis bulk, complete dependability, and an unbreakable network that won't ditch them on the side of the road when a trip takes a detour.
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Sturm loves Zacha because of his dependability, versatility and professionalism.
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In the interim, Deputy Superintendent Melissa Balknight assumed Hill’s responsibilities.
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In that way, a commitment to physical fitness and its various metrics offers leaders greater tolerance for the demanding responsibilities of the role.
Noun
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Instead of Cady as rapist, Cape Fear seems to be going for a general theme of Cady as violator, someone who is trespassing not singularly on a female body but on the Bowdens’ trustworthiness.
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Use Objective Evaluation Metrics Gender bias is more likely when evaluators use subjective assessment criteria, such as competence, strength or trustworthiness.
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Ronald Koeman would have been well aware of Japan’s defensive solidity before their meeting in Dallas.
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All this solidity comes in anticipation of a massive change.
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“Reliability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliability. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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