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as in static
fixed in a place or position
a stationary bicycle is good for exercise, but you won't enjoy the scenery very much
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as in constant
not undergoing a change in condition
auction prices for that artist's works have been stationary for some time
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Recent Examples of stationary
Some are stationary, usually near security zones or public institutions, but others are mobile.
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Cnn, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
In the clip, Ollie Pulleyblank is seen weaving between stationary cars, offering food and drinks to drivers who had been stuck since early morning.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
The shop is brimming with all kinds of items, ranging from soap, kids toys, stationary, candles, and bath salts, to pottery, jewelry, crystals, housewares, and home goods.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 26 Jan. 2026
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Cnn, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
In the clip, Ollie Pulleyblank is seen weaving between stationary cars, offering food and drinks to drivers who had been stuck since early morning.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
The shop is brimming with all kinds of items, ranging from soap, kids toys, stationary, candles, and bath salts, to pottery, jewelry, crystals, housewares, and home goods.
—Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stationary
Adjective
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The Inflation Imperative In today's economy, staying static means falling behind.—
Kwame Christian Esq,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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This combination of accessibility and rigor transforms it from a static repository of knowledge into a living, interactive partner for veterinary teams.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
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For Świątek, a day when her serve felt under constant pressure brought back memories of her defeat to Aryna Sabalenka at last year’s French Open.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Middle school is the inflection point where sustained attention either begins to be scaffolded, or quietly erodes under constant digital interruption.—
Dr. Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Video footage that circulated on social media shows the tourist lying motionless on the snowy ground, with the leopard sitting nearby.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Footage shows a woman, who reportedly edged as close as 10 feet to the leopard, lying motionless in the snow as the predator hovered nearby after the mauling.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Polk said the astronaut is stable but that diagnostic uncertainty in microgravity prompted NASA to err on the side of bringing the crew member back to Earth.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Treaties assume shared values, stable circumstances, and mutual benefit.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Harbaugh won a Super Bowl with immobile gunslinger Joe Flacco (and a dominant defense) and then oversaw Lamar Jackson’s development from a raw athletic specimen into a two-time MVP.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2026
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Stray voltage from a nearby streetlight shocked her and her dog Denim, leaving him immobile.—
Meghan Schiller,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The right application of music therapy can improve brain health, steady the mind, build resilience, and inspire people to find joy and meaning in life.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The central bank kept the benchmark interest rate steady in a split 8-1 decision, after raising it to the highest level in 30 years in December, ahead of snap polls that could see Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sharpen her advocacy for monetary easing and fiscal support.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2026
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It’s been a strenuous 18-year fall from grace since Susan Sarandon handed the magnificent disaster his Golden Globe, his longtime buddy Bruce Springsteen mugging with glee as a standing ovation crowd cheered him on.—
Steve Garbarino,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Jan. 2026
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Under the cooler, standing water covered the floor.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
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Beaches, which are enjoyed by millions of people each year and contribute significantly to local economies, also were listed as good and unchanging for the past decade.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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These landscapes are often described as ancient and unchanging, but archaeological and historical research shows that most were constructed around the 17th century, during a period of political and economic pressure linked to Spanish colonial expansion.—
Stephen Acabado,
The Conversation,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Stationary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stationary. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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