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
The parade highlighted Kim’s growing diplomatic footing and his relentless drive to build a reliable arsenal of nuclear missiles targeting the US and its allies.
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CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
These aren’t just statistics—they’re powerful reminders that a long-term perspective is our most reliable guide.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
Amidst the pandemic, sitting down at my machine was one reliable way of coaxing order from chaos.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Subscribe here for Bon Appétit’s gorgeous print issues and access to our Epicurious app with its thousands of easy and reliable recipes.
—The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2025
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CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
These aren’t just statistics—they’re powerful reminders that a long-term perspective is our most reliable guide.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
Amidst the pandemic, sitting down at my machine was one reliable way of coaxing order from chaos.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Subscribe here for Bon Appétit’s gorgeous print issues and access to our Epicurious app with its thousands of easy and reliable recipes.
—The Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reliable
Adjective
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Critics worry the exemptions are too broad and could protect the corporations responsible for the pollution, leaving taxpayers with the cleanup costs.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Over the summer, a group of Indiana organizers responsible for rallying major crowds at the Indiana Statehouse in a matter of months disbanded after infighting divided its core organizers.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The release noted terrain in the area can be rugged and steep and cautioned visitors to stay a safe distance from the edge.—
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
20 Oct. 2025
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In extremely dense fog where visibility is near zero, the best course of action is to first turn on your hazard lights, then simply pull into a safe location such as a parking lot of a local business, and stop.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The same is true of modern warfare.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 Oct. 2025
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Mathis has been a terror for opposing quarterbacks alongside teammate and fellow true freshman Sidney Stewart.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Running back Chase Brown had his best game of the year on the ground, rushing for 108 yards on just 11 carries against the Pittsburgh defense.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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Arkansas’ best offense in a decade is being wasted by a defense that is shaping up to be one of the worst in program history.—
Matt Jones,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With rising tuition, heavy student debt, and a shaky job market, more young workers are rethinking the four-year degree and turning to faster and cheaper routes to a steady career.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
20 Oct. 2025
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Today, her steady hand, institutional knowledge and loyalty continue to guide the Tennessean and inspire her colleagues.—
Brad Schmitt,
Nashville Tennessean,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That type of dependable leader behind the ace in the rotation marked another key to a historic season for the Red Sox.—
Tim Crowley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Considered one of the most precise and dependable strategic weapons ever built, the Trident II remains a cornerstone of the US and UK’s nuclear deterrence forces, operated by the US Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs and the Royal Navy.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Its ready-to-wear and accessories division has also proved a solid earner, with sales rising 6 percent in the first half, helping the company outperform its sector peers.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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That’s solid growth, which has been reflected in the uptick in the rights fee cost through the years.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Always-warm hospitality plays its part, but a lineup of trustworthy comforts with so-smart updates brings it home.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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There's nothing that presents on the surface that seems like a trustworthy individual.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliable. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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