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as in sturdy
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
the observation tower is stable enough to withstand the strongest winds without collapsing
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2
as in fixed
having been established and usually not subject to change
a troubled nation badly in need of a stable government
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as in normal
having full use of one's mind and control over one's actions
she made some strange decisions back when she wasn't entirely stable
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as in steady
not undergoing a change in condition
a stable economic climate is best for business
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Recent Examples of stable
Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
To isolate the more desirable U-235, scientists strip away its more stable cousin, U-238, through a process known as enrichment.
—Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Yun Li, CNBC, 6 June 2026
Breakker stepped up as a tag team champion in Paul’s place but the turmoil in the stable appeared to affect the outcome of the match.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Top British trainer George Baker stables his horses at home at Epsom Downs, practically in sight of the finish line of the 250-year-old Derby, probably still the most prestigious, if not lucrative race in the world.
—Camilla Wright, semafor.com, 17 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
That ownership can appear stable while the stock is rising.
—Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
To isolate the more desirable U-235, scientists strip away its more stable cousin, U-238, through a process known as enrichment.
—Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Noun
Cattle are herded in a stable on June 5, 2026 in Dublin, Texas.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 6 June 2026
Breakker stepped up as a tag team champion in Paul’s place but the turmoil in the stable appeared to affect the outcome of the match.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Verb
Experience, leadership, someone that can stable (sic) the vote.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Top British trainer George Baker stables his horses at home at Epsom Downs, practically in sight of the finish line of the 250-year-old Derby, probably still the most prestigious, if not lucrative race in the world.
—Camilla Wright, semafor.com, 17 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stable
Adjective
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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Serving tray for entertaining $25 to $50 This straightforward serving tray is a reliable standard that’s sturdy and comes in seven colors.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Such as the single parent working two jobs to make ends meet, the senior on a fixed income, the recent graduate struggling to afford housing and healthcare.—
Matt Martin,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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Alphabet went the other way and issued stock, which dilutes existing shareholders but adds no fixed interest bill to meet whether or not the AI bet pays off.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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According to Roberts, Treinen felt normal after the game.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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The lower-than-normal system voltage from a weak battery, failing alternator, slipping belt or poor electrical connection can affect the electric power steering system.—
John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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Yet stocks fell Wednesday after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, and traders are pricing in the chance of a rate hike as soon as September.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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The article posits that true calm stems not from certainty, but from clear, consistent signals, akin to a jazz band's steady bass line.—
Gerald J. Leonard,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Another nostalgic element of the performance saw former host Tom Bergeron make his return to the ballroom.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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The event included music, poetry readings, storytelling and entertainment as well as a host of activities and games including Bingo, a talent show, a cake walk, a three-on-three basketball tournament and a variety of vendors.—
David Sharos,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Verb
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The best travel this month is active, spontaneous, and close enough to home that logistics don't get in the way of the fun.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 May 2026
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The pilot was flying a grid pattern, homing on our signals.—
Ben East,
Outdoor Life,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Catherine Bracy, the CEO of TechEquity, a tech advocacy group that favors stronger AI regulations, speculated that the Anthropic employees were receiving advice to back Becerra because of his frontrunner status.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Sinks on the vanity have slanted, green marble angles giving them a trendy look, and the faucet’s water spray is equivalent to a drenching rainfall shower (wide, strong, and incredibly impressive).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Under the scheme, Parsi families who earn below a certain threshold can receive financial assistance for fertility treatment and childcare.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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At the same time, Congress did not affirmatively authorize the war with a use of force resolution, as has been done in certain other conflicts, including the Iraq War.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
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“Stable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stable. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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