as in stability
the state of continuing without change
the steadiness of the weather is something that every New Englander knows not to trust
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Recent Examples of steadiness
Consider moving a meeting to protect family time, because a small adjustment could restore steadiness without sacrificing your supportive nature.
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Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Instead of bludgeoning opponents with power, the 5-foot-7 Pegula beats them with savvy, steadiness and tactical variety.
—Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
That shouldn’t be too tough for you, with your sign’s characteristic steadiness!
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
The sense of steadiness patients often describe is rooted in more than clinical philosophy.
—Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
That steadiness is what head coach Jordi Fernández keeps coming back to.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
Many who call Paton a close friend do not attempt to explain his steadiness via the particulars of roster management or cap analysis.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2026
Anne’s steadiness is especially critical in such a time as this for the monarchy.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
Underneath the hood As detailed here extensively in recent weeks, the surface-level steadiness in the S & P 500 is a curious result of fast-moving opposing currents underneath.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Instead of bludgeoning opponents with power, the 5-foot-7 Pegula beats them with savvy, steadiness and tactical variety.
—Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
That shouldn’t be too tough for you, with your sign’s characteristic steadiness!
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
The sense of steadiness patients often describe is rooted in more than clinical philosophy.
—Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026
That steadiness is what head coach Jordi Fernández keeps coming back to.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
Many who call Paton a close friend do not attempt to explain his steadiness via the particulars of roster management or cap analysis.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2026
Anne’s steadiness is especially critical in such a time as this for the monarchy.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
Underneath the hood As detailed here extensively in recent weeks, the surface-level steadiness in the S & P 500 is a curious result of fast-moving opposing currents underneath.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadiness
Noun
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Knowing this value helps scientists predict chemical stability and reaction pathways.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday urged for a peaceful resolution of the Afghanistan-Pakistan dispute, warning the use of force worsens tensions and threatens regional stability.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Stephanie Poon, Twin Dragon’s director of marketing and merchandising, agreed, describing how early generations of hemp fabrics often had limitations in softness and consistency.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Mar. 2026
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The staff was supportive, guiding us with clarity, calmness, and consistency.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Steadiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadiness. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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