steadied

Definition of steadiednext
past tense of steady

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadied
Verb
  • For the last 15 or so years, celebrities have been, in general, more trussed up, as red carpets have become a heightened economic prospective for stars and designers alike.
    Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • While Glenn braced herself for backlash, the overwhelmingly positive reception felt like freedom.
    Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Aisha braced in anticipation of her next question.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The Braves further bolstered their bullpen Sunday, re-signing veteran reliever Tyler Kinley to a one-year deal.
    Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 11 Jan. 2026
  • This soothing cream, bolstered by helps repair irritated or compromised skin while reducing redness.
    Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Upon arriving at the home, police located a 12-year-old male who had sustained a gunshot wound.
    Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Police said that one person sustained a minor leg injury when shots were fired at the officers, and they were taken to the hospital for treatment.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • During the certification process, members of Congress have the opportunity to object to a state’s results, which triggers debate and then a vote about whether the objection is to be upheld.
    Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2026
  • The appeals court unanimously upheld Magnus-Stinson's ruling, agreeing that there was no evidence of an injury.
    Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The individual, who lives less than half a mile from where a bear stayed under another person’s home for six weeks, did not want to be identified or disclose their exact location.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Even after Kittle was carted off in the second quarter following a 6-yard reception, the 49ers stayed close and ultimately made enough heroic plays in the fourth quarter to win.
    Cam Inman, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Middleton first carried the Small Hudson bag from DeMellier in a rich mocha brown while attending Christmas Morning Service at Sandringham Estate.
    Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Bison have carried their stories, teachings, and responsibilities for centuries.
    Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The emergence of these young contributors — and others like 26-year-old first-time starting center Neemias Queta — has buttressed a roster that looked dangerously top-heavy entering the season.
    Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 4 Dec. 2025
  • The relentless spoofing is, fortunately, buttressed by a convincing backdrop for marrying British comedy to the historical drama.
    Elaina Patton, IndieWire, 3 Dec. 2025
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“Steadied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadied. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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