STABILIZES Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

stabilizes

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present tense third-person singular of stabilize

as in plateaus

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Recent Examples of stabilizes If the situation in the Middle East stabilizes, the Strait of Hormuz reopens, oil prices stabilize in the mid-$80s (WTI), the Coterra merger closes on schedule in Q2, and integration proceeds without major hiccups. — Michael Khouw, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2026

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Lizzie takes up the ax while Bridget freezes at the sight of Bertha’s gut spilling all over the floor, which causes some tension between the two protagonists.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Continue regular weekly watering to keep the soil moist but not soggy until the ground freezes.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of freezes

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The consequences of a poor performance in the takeaway department sets a very high standard for rookies, something that can only bode well for the future.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026
The final touch—a shiny ganache glaze—sets into a soft matte finish, adding sweetness and a light cocoa bitterness that perfectly complements both batters.

— Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of sets

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Schaunaman said the area should be back to normal once the gas company fixes the line and secures the line.

— Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026
Imagine hotels doing the same—where the building senses friction, predicts needs and quietly fixes problems before a guest ever notices.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

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