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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
Sea-Doo has also added a hydraulic steering damper to reduce unwanted steering input and improve stability when riding at high speed.
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New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Long prized for its stability, infrastructure and natural locations, Morocco’s production sector shifted into a new gear in 2018 with the introduction of a tax credit, now capped at 30%.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Texas must prioritize stability and the long-term security of our state funds.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady at 3.50% to 3.75%, attempting to project an image of stability as the U.S. financial landscape splits into two jarring realities: a stock market at record heights and a currency under pressure.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
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New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
Long prized for its stability, infrastructure and natural locations, Morocco’s production sector shifted into a new gear in 2018 with the introduction of a tax credit, now capped at 30%.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Texas must prioritize stability and the long-term security of our state funds.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held interest rates steady at 3.50% to 3.75%, attempting to project an image of stability as the U.S. financial landscape splits into two jarring realities: a stock market at record heights and a currency under pressure.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stability
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Tunnels are also not truly watertight, requiring drainage measures like sump pumps and creating maintenance and reliability issues, the group advised.—
Skyler Swisher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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And right now, California’s energy transition is failing the very people it’s supposed to help — working- and middle-class families — because it is being driven more by mandates and hope than by realism, reliability, and affordability.—
Suzette Valladares,
Oc Register,
15 Feb. 2026
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In particular, wild blueberries contain soluble fiber, a type of fiber that forms a gel-like consistency in water, which can help aid in digestion.—
Eleesha Lockett,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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As a result, finding a reputable silver dealer can be difficult, and typically requires consistency, transparency and proof of credibility.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Your strength lies not in not needing anyone, but in consciously choosing with whom to move forward.—
Marie Bladt,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Clearer information on the strength, track, and timeline of the storm will become more available later today into Friday as computer models are able to better sample the pieces of energy that will merge into this developing coastal storm.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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At Ingka, that steadiness has come from leaders showing up, listening to concerns, and staying connected to the day-to-day realities of work.—
Keith Ferrazzi,
Fortune,
14 Feb. 2026
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April 20 – May 20 Taurus, your steadiness can guide important choices throughout the day ahead.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Stability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stability. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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