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as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
the bridge was designed with such great stability that it supposedly will not collapse even under the harshest weather conditions
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as in consistency
the state of continuing without change
the stability of the regime is in jeopardy
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Recent Examples of stability
The shape and low center of gravity offer more stability and safety for toddlers and young children compared to traditional balls.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Economic incentives would be phased in as Tehran turns over nuclear material, dismantles nuclear facilities, and demonstrates a commitment to regional stability, the senior administration official said.
—Nik Popli, Time, 12 June 2026
Mayor Matt Mahan earlier this month highlighted three threats to the city’s financial stability in his June budget message.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission board voted to lift the probation that was placed on the seminary in 2023 after a financial audit uncovered serious problems threatening the school’s long-term stability.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
Economic incentives would be phased in as Tehran turns over nuclear material, dismantles nuclear facilities, and demonstrates a commitment to regional stability, the senior administration official said.
—Nik Popli, Time, 12 June 2026
Mayor Matt Mahan earlier this month highlighted three threats to the city’s financial stability in his June budget message.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission board voted to lift the probation that was placed on the seminary in 2023 after a financial audit uncovered serious problems threatening the school’s long-term stability.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stability
Noun
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Pino's defense team aggressively questioned the reliability of the navigation data.—
Ana Maria Soler,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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Taxpayers supporting these major upgrades should be able to see how infrastructure works in real time and how those investments are improving reliability and resilience.—
Gregg Herrin,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
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The greats are often defined by their consistency — and their durability — although both the 37-year-old Durant and 41-year-old James have dealt with a variety of different setbacks as their respective careers have wound down.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Business leaders hope her government could restore policy consistency, reduce regulatory bottlenecks and revive stalled mining projects.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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That’s one of our city’s greatest strengths.—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Even in a less spectacular season at the tip of a City side which did not always play to his strengths, Haaland still found the net 38 times in 52 club appearances.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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On the contrary, with both her moon and rising sign in Taurus, Venusian themes of beauty, comfort, creativity and steadiness are especially prominent.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Korda has stressed positivity and steadiness after her inexplicably winless 2025.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
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“Stability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stability. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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