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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
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Feb. 2026
And the Broncos’ situation in 2021 wasn’t entirely stable, since Denver was operating without a primary owner after the 2019 death of Pat Bowlen.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2026
Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 10 Feb. 2026
Vonn’s quest had been touted as one of the major storylines of these Winter Olympics—ESPN released a documentary following Vonn and other top skiers in their leadup to the Games—and she was supported by a deep stable of sponsors including Rolex, Range Rover, Red Bull and Under Armour.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
Encompassing just 10 residences, the homes were originally built in 1863 and 1864 as horse stables.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
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Adjective
Researchers in China have developed a new type of polymer solar cells that deliver a stable power conversion performance.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Feb. 2026
And the Broncos’ situation in 2021 wasn’t entirely stable, since Denver was operating without a primary owner after the 2019 death of Pat Bowlen.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2026
Noun
The rotation was not as dominant last year, falling to 13th in ERA from first in 2024, but returns its stable of right-handers intact and healthy entering camp.
—Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, 10 Feb. 2026
Vonn’s quest had been touted as one of the major storylines of these Winter Olympics—ESPN released a documentary following Vonn and other top skiers in their leadup to the Games—and she was supported by a deep stable of sponsors including Rolex, Range Rover, Red Bull and Under Armour.
—Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
When one California castle is not enough (Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times)
Nowadays the Madonna Inn is a vast enterprise with restaurants, bakery, bar, stables next door and 110 guest rooms — each different, each with its own postcard in the inn’s three gift shops.
—Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
Encompassing just 10 residences, the homes were originally built in 1863 and 1864 as horse stables.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
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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,
27 Feb. 2026
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This modern floor lamp boasts a sturdy, angled base and a wide drum shade, ready to cast light around your entire space.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Instead of a steady paycheck, retirement income typically shifts to fixed or semi-fixed sources like Social Security, pensions and investment withdrawals.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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Public transportation is an option, too, via the Yuma County Area Transit (YCAT), which offers a fixed route around town.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Above normal precipitation chances are also expected to continue into the second week of the month, according to the Climate Prediction Center.—
Julia James,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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While some initial tingling is normal, rest assured that aloe vera, honey, and vitamin E soothe and add moisture back into the skin—great news for those whose skin errs on the drier side.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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No memory For years, memory chips were considered a modest but steady business, with much thinner profit margins than cutting-edge chips used in computer processing.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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The organization also forecasts that housing inventory will increase in 2026 due to steady new construction activity and more homeowners listing properties as mortgage-rate pressures ease.—
Michael Toback,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Trump has been an outspoken critic of CNN and many of its on-air hosts.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Linder, a former teacher, doesn't work anymore due to a host of medical issues — including treatment for a brain tumor and its effects, and Parkinsonism, a neurological disorder that causes Parkinson's-like symptoms.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Multiple savings accounts can home this money, assuming savers don't want to try their luck investing in stocks instead.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The Dickin Medal, which is often compared to the British Victoria Cross, is typically awarded to heroic horses, homing pigeons, and dogs.—
Anne Ewbank,
Popular Science,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Through the implementation of strong border policies, fentanyl trafficking across the southern border has been slashed in half, leading to fewer overdose deaths devastating American families.—
Gabe Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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The Kyrie opens with a strong D-major chord in the large orchestra that seems an obvious downbeat but turns out to be an upbeat.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Greece temporarily suspended asylum claims from migrants arriving via the Libya route for three months, scrapped certain amnesty provisions and introduced mandatory imprisonment for asylum seekers whose claims are rejected.—
LEFTERIS PITARAKIS,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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Historically, their focus has largely revolved around local fixes aimed at requiring companies to sell off certain cable/TV assets in certain territories where there’s not much competition.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Stable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stable. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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