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
Comparing options before committing to any one path is the most reliable way to make sure your plan actually moves you forward in your goals.
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Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 4 May 2026
If federal policy becomes less reliable, can private markets step in?
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 May 2026
Arsenal are still the league’s most reliable defence, making a double-up, or even triple-up, at the back a very viable strategy.
—Abdul Rehman, New York Times, 4 May 2026
If infrastructure isn’t reliable, construction costs rise.
—Walter Duke Iii, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
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Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 4 May 2026
If federal policy becomes less reliable, can private markets step in?
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 4 May 2026
Arsenal are still the league’s most reliable defence, making a double-up, or even triple-up, at the back a very viable strategy.
—Abdul Rehman, New York Times, 4 May 2026
If infrastructure isn’t reliable, construction costs rise.
—Walter Duke Iii, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reliable
Adjective
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Many Jewish people across the world are Zionists, and so there is a temptation, which needs to be resisted, to hold Jewish people across the world responsible for the misdeeds of Israel.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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In a statement posted to X, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the blatant act of antisemitism and vowed to hold those responsible accountable for the graffiti.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Musk cofounded OpenAI as a nonprofit dedicated to creating safe AI, but Altman later launched a for-profit subsidiary and is now gearing up for an IPO.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Albanese noted that despite concluding that risks to Australian Jews were rising, the report found that no urgent changes were required to keep Australians safe.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Moon moves through your 1st House of Identity, bringing focus back to what’s true for you.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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While that’s still true, some of these rising players are feeling the pain of fickle production, too.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With the naked eye and especially through good binoculars, its conjunction with a slender crescent moon on May 18 will be very pleasing to see.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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May 21 – June 20 A good idea turns into real progress faster than expected.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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Define one next step and follow through so progress continues in a steady, reliable way.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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From feeding chickens at a Harlem farm to cracking jokes about the Boston Tea Party during the White House state dinner, the monarch, alongside his wife Queen Camilla, delivered a steady stream of viral moments that showed a lighter, more personal side of the royals.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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While summer wildfires are inevitable, federal disaster aid to help those impacted by blazes is no longer dependable.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
30 Apr. 2026
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For those who appreciate the charm of the Bradford pear yet wish to steer clear of its disadvantages, there are several striking and dependable alternatives to consider for your yard.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This is a solid and affordable Ethernet cable that is sufficient for most homes.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Combined with flexible plan options and solid customer support, Cinch is a reliable choice for anyone seeking affordable home warranties without sacrificing quality.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This friend of mine has not had the best track record of being trustworthy or responsible, and people handle her with that kind of precaution.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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In practice, some healthcare practitioners – hopefully a small minority – are not trustworthy on such matters.—
Jeffrey A. Lee,
The Conversation,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliable. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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