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 outsoles are made with reliable rubber treads to provide vital traction on slick city streets and beyond, and the sleek leather exteriors will remain in pristine shape even if you get caught in an unexpected rainstorm.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025
But Amazon representatives insist drone deliveries are not only fast and reliable but safe, too.
—Russ Wiles, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
Letting Tommy Kahnle, a reliable arm, walk has turned out to be a massive blunder.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
As such, trees grown from seed provide a reliable and affordable (free) option for backyard growers.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025
But Amazon representatives insist drone deliveries are not only fast and reliable but safe, too.
—Russ Wiles, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
Letting Tommy Kahnle, a reliable arm, walk has turned out to be a massive blunder.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
As such, trees grown from seed provide a reliable and affordable (free) option for backyard growers.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reliable
Adjective
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While the statue itself would be paid for by the people of France, the Americans would be responsible for its prodigious base.—
Mo Rocca
July 6,
CBS News,
6 July 2025
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Interestingly, research has found that asthmatics tend to have lower levels of IgG. While camel milk is rich in these bioactive compounds, the study didn’t isolate or quantify which specific components were responsible for the observed effects.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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Maintain a safe distance from water, wet items, and metal objects.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 July 2025
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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That might sound dramatic, but in my work with leaders over the years (and in my own life), it’s proven absolutely true.—
Jill D. Griffin,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Country singer Gavin Adcock proved that to still be true by slamming the March 2024 LP, which is charting ahead of his forthcoming effort, Own Worst Enemy, during a rant at his recent concert.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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But maybe, in an odd way, the timing is good, given the looming July 31 trade deadline.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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The most important thing to consider when determining if a certain plant is a good match for hydrangeas is growing conditions.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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Qualified users should understand that legal medical use does not override employer policy or federal restrictions, and employers should be prepared to stand behind the decisions those policies produce. Parting Thoughts HB 46 continues Texas’ slow but steady march toward broader cannabis access.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The Federal Reserve on June 18 held interest rates steady at a range between 4.25% and 4.5% for a fourth straight meeting despite Trump's public lobbying for a lower rate and his insults directed at Powell.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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This capability helps mitigate collision risks and promote sustainable space operations by providing accurate and dependable data to satellite operators and regulatory bodies.—
FedEx Express Contributor,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Stach was a dependable regular in a Hoffenheim side that had a mediocre 2024-25 season, finishing 15th in the league.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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The screen is solid, the speakers aren't bad, and the cameras are 1080p.—
Nena Farrell,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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For home improvement fans and DIYers looking to invest in quality power tools, this DeWalt deal is solid.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Cybercriminals frequently employ business email compromise (BEC) fraud schemes to deceive victims by impersonating a trustworthy individual or organization.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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That could disrupt the feedback loop, watering down community notes and making the whole system less trustworthy over time, X's research paper warned.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 July 2025
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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliable. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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