steadiness

noun

Definition of steadinessnext
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 Cultivating physical, mental, and emotional steadiness allows executives to master themselves and effectively navigate complex business landscapes. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 That steadiness could allow wave farms act as a natural balancing source for the grid, reducing the need for the backup storage or excess wind and solar capacity that renewable systems otherwise require. — New Atlas, 21 July 2026 Meanwhile, Marissa Meyer is searching for a husband who brings steadiness to their relationship, according to the outlet. — Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026 And his steadiness in those shorter outings culminated in a strong postseason run that included four scoreless appearances in the World Series. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026 Lead with steadiness, respect your limits, and let recognition follow naturally. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026 Jović is still yet to figure out the sequences of games that require the same steadiness as potentially set-ending ones. — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 5 July 2026 That steadiness is part of why Jones' means so much to Marianna. — Arkansas Online, 28 June 2026 Choose kindness at home, let steadiness lead. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2026
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  1. stability
  2. consistency
Noun
  • Saturn stations retrograde in your 6th House of Work and Health, asking you to review routines, obligations, handoffs, and the habits that turn effort into either stability or depletion.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026
  • As Jason’s obsession with the Box deepens, Daniela’s (Jennifer Connelly) growing paranoia pushes her to the brink, and their son Charlie (Fegley) starves for a sense of stability as their family is threatened.
    — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 25 July 2026
Definition of stability
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  • Forrester’s research on partner ecosystem management reflects this broader shift, highlighting how organizations are investing in approaches that improve innovation, customer outcomes and consistency across indirect business models.
    — Curtis Brinkerhoff, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • Ferrari has two cars capable of taking points off Mercedes, but Antonelli’s consistency could prevent Ferrari from closing the gap in the drivers’ championship.
    — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of consistency

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“Steadiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadiness. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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