as in responsible
worthy of one's trust
I need a reliable car that's not going to break down constantly
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Recent Examples of reliable
Further observations are required to see if this analog to Earth’s continental shelf is a reliable marker.
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Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
Over the longer run, however, news organizations need to promote themselves as places to get more understanding and reassurance, says Spencer, not as backers of trustworthy, reliable information.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
Creativity thrives in environments that feel structured enough to be reliable and flexible enough to breathe.
—Victoria Chynoweth, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
The West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy's research found that about 1 in 4 lack reliable internet access.
—Taylor Sisk, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
Over the longer run, however, news organizations need to promote themselves as places to get more understanding and reassurance, says Spencer, not as backers of trustworthy, reliable information.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026
Creativity thrives in environments that feel structured enough to be reliable and flexible enough to breathe.
—Victoria Chynoweth, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
The West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy's research found that about 1 in 4 lack reliable internet access.
—Taylor Sisk, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reliable
Adjective
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After just four weeks of high sodium intake, the small arteries responsible for regulating blood flow lost their ability to relax, according to a press release.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The Oconee County Sheriff's Office said investigators, with help from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, identified a student from Dove Creek Middle School as the person responsible for the threats.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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As truck prices have risen, that tax has become a barrier to investing in newer, safer and cleaner vehicles.—
Andrew Stasiowski,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Officers said Figor's service made the city safer – and left a lasting bite out of crime.—
J.D. Miles,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Biscuits, waffles, pancakes and eggs — basically, all your breakfast dreams come true — plus classic diner lunches and home-style dinner staples are coming up fast at a James Beard Award semifinalist’s new restaurant in where Plaza Midwood and Plaza Shamrock meet.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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That’s true, said one former counterterrorism official with direct knowledge of the intelligence involved, but there was more to the story.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Lemon Poppyseed Muffins Trader Joe’s muffins have a good reputation—and for good reason.—
Staff Author,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Apr. 2026
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And the rigmarole of international travel is a very good reason.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The work has always required steady hands – something Parkinson's slowly took from him.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Chronic stress triggers the body's fight-or-flight response, leading to a steady release of stress hormones like cortisol.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Relying on complimentary onboard entertainment alone can leave you stuck staring at a blank screen—but the $12 Flight Flap turns your phone into a dependable entertainment hub.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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How war became inevitable Yet Netanyahu shows no concern for how Israel’s excesses are fueling antisemitism in what has been Israel’s only dependable ally.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Shampoo Bars last at least 80 washes, equivalent to three bottles of liquid shampoo, while the Conditioner Bars last at least 120 washes -- one solid shampoo and conditioner set equals eight liquid bottles.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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That would suggest a summit filled more with ceremony than substance, delivering solid if unspectacular outcomes.—
Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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And, experts said, the product — and the company’s trustworthy reputation — was saved.—
Michael L. Diamond,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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The 2026 American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines have been deemed trustworthy by 12 health care organizations that represent over a million pediatric medical professionals.—
Kar-Hai Chu,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliable. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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