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as in continuously
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as in surely
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Recent Examples of steadily
Implats, which competes with Valterra and Sibanye-Stillwater in the platinum group metals market, has a long-standing presence in Zimbabwe, having steadily built its stake in Zimplats in the early 2000s and become the dominant owner, holding more than 80% of the company.
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Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 9 Mar. 2026
In an age when carmakers are being pushed steadily toward full electrification, the idea of a plug-in diesel hybrid is an intriguing one.
—New Atlas, 7 Mar. 2026
Brundage and Bogus Basin froze prices on season passes for the coming season — a concession, as prices have increased steadily in recent years along with business costs.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
Housing costs have increased steadily.
—Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
Days will get steadily longer until the summer solstice — the longest day of the year — on Sunday, June 21.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 7 Mar. 2026
And weekly filings for first-time jobless benefits – considered a proxy for layoffs – have remained steadily low.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Rail safety, by virtually every measure, has been steadily improving for decades—with derailments down 44% since 2000 according to Federal Railroad Administration data.
—Michael F. Gorman, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The price of oil jumped quickly and has risen steadily as the prospect of a longer conflagration grows more likely.
—Justin Worland, Time, 6 Mar. 2026
Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 9 Mar. 2026
In an age when carmakers are being pushed steadily toward full electrification, the idea of a plug-in diesel hybrid is an intriguing one.
—New Atlas, 7 Mar. 2026
Brundage and Bogus Basin froze prices on season passes for the coming season — a concession, as prices have increased steadily in recent years along with business costs.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
Housing costs have increased steadily.
—Lilly Kersh, Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
Days will get steadily longer until the summer solstice — the longest day of the year — on Sunday, June 21.
—Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 7 Mar. 2026
And weekly filings for first-time jobless benefits – considered a proxy for layoffs – have remained steadily low.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Rail safety, by virtually every measure, has been steadily improving for decades—with derailments down 44% since 2000 according to Federal Railroad Administration data.
—Michael F. Gorman, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The price of oil jumped quickly and has risen steadily as the prospect of a longer conflagration grows more likely.
—Justin Worland, Time, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadily
Adverb
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This article is being continuously updated.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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The County Democratic Party requested an extension from the county due to voters continuously being turned away from polling places throughout the day.—
From Staff Reports,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The Tigers, who will pay their ace $32 million this season after losing to him in arbitration, surely harbor similar concerns.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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PepsiCo surely pays for the Gatorade coolers loitering behind the benches.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
8 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Anti-Chafe Stick With sweaty bodies and lots of walking often comes chafing, something that can ruin a day in a theme park faster than a thunderstorm.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2026
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Still, the privacy inherent in private credit often leaves an information vacuum that observers fill with worst-case scenarios.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Stock futures are pointing to a solidly higher open this morning, in contrast to yesterday's sharp declines.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
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Abbott Elementary continues to perform solidly for ABC and Disney’s streaming services Hulu and Disney+.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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That ability is especially important against mobile missile launchers and air defense units that frequently relocate.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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Jots frequently offers a prix-fixe theater menu, as well as a dog-friendly menu for those traveling with their pets.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Young people feel this most intensively.—
Stuart A. Spencer,
Fortune,
15 Feb. 2026
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In Danbury, as in many cities across the state, our planning and legal staff are working intensively to interpret the new requirements in order to implement them by the July 1 deadline.—
Waleed Albakry,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Iran has repeatedly denied targeting oil infrastructure and other civilian targets in the war, despite its drone and missile fire hitting those sites.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Franklin was repeatedly picked on in coverage.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Madrid, meanwhile, are steadfastly backing the allegations made by Vinicius Jr, who has faced an obscene amount of racial abuse during his eight-year career at the Bernabeu.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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Bayer officials have steadfastly insisted the weedkiller is safe.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Steadily.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadily. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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