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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
Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Even with stable property values, rate increases affect your bill.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Miami Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
Discovery Global will own and operate a stable of cable networks, including CNN, TNT, HGTV and many others, as well as digital outlet Bleacher Report and the Discovery+ streaming service.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 22 Dec. 2025
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
The China-Global South Project noted that Wang will likely frame Beijing as a stable, rule-abiding partner, one which recently announced zero-tariff market access for a raft of African nations — a sharp contrast with its superpower rival.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Even with stable property values, rate increases affect your bill.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
Wenski reminded people about the Christian story of Christmas — when Mary and Joseph were turned away from the overcrowded inn and sent to a stable to give birth.
—Miami Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
Discovery Global will own and operate a stable of cable networks, including CNN, TNT, HGTV and many others, as well as digital outlet Bleacher Report and the Discovery+ streaming service.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 22 Dec. 2025
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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The bra’s signature M frame creates a sturdy structure that supports your chest sans underwire — thereby avoiding any digging, pinching, and poking throughout the day.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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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,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Even if Hoosiers save only $10 per month, Pryor said the savings will be significant to the elderly or those on a fixed income.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
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While the Botswana government does not publish a fixed minimum investment amount, those interested must prove a real business investment.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
30 Dec. 2025
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This single fine is close to the normal total of $8 million to $10 million in all fines that the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration hands out each year.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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Trump, as is his want, is just doing the normal thing without the usual white niceties that come with imperialist machinations.—
Elie Mystal,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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There is no shouting, no obvious cruelty; just a steady erosion of trust.—
Rabbi Bruce D. Forman,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2026
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The company is in steady expansion mode retail-wise, too, opening about 10 doors per year.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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After the cast gathered outside the castle, host Alan Cumming selected one player in plain sight to take on the role.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The result of that, the former late-night host said, is that some people aren't focused on making people laugh.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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However, when Perez Sr. was still not home the following afternoon, Perez Jr. called the local non-emergency police line to ask if someone had seen his father.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
6 Dec. 2025
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The Hurricanes also home wins over Notre Dame, Bethune-Cookman, USF, Florida Stanford and Syracuse as well as a loss to Louisville.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
23 Nov. 2025
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Also at tight end, Jackson Verdugo, who had a strong freshman season, is due back, and FIU signed incoming freshmen Davis Brown and Ayden Passley.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
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Nicole says Hannah did get better and stronger — strong enough that Hannah's neurologist told her the whole story.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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This is partly due to personal preference, but leaving plants standing through winter also helps certain plants grow better and even provides perks to local wildlife.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Forever Fleece joggers, with certain styles on sale for as low as $45.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Stable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stable. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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