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
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.
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Michael Santoli, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
Her work reflects an understanding that events are not simply productions, but deeply emotional milestones that deserve both artistry and steadiness.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
The show typically acknowledges what appropriate and then focuses on delivering the broadcast with steadiness.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 19 Feb. 2026
While the Heat have a variety of youthful options in their backcourt hierarchy ahead of Young, from the defensive guile of Davion Mitchell, to the youthful creativity of Kasparas Jakucionis, to the veteran steadiness of Dru Smith, Young is the type of speed guard rarely featured by the franchise.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
At Ingka, that steadiness has come from leaders showing up, listening to concerns, and staying connected to the day-to-day realities of work.
—Keith Ferrazzi, Fortune, 14 Feb. 2026
Leading through challenging moments requires steadiness, clear priorities, and transparency.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Those who had greater mental fortitude—the ability to find emotional steadiness when faced with a traumatic event—fared better than those with less resilience who were hit with the same diagnosis.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 5 Feb. 2026
Your steadiness helps your teen steady, too, which is the heart of co-regulation.
—Dorian Johnson, Parents, 1 Feb. 2026
Michael Santoli, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2026
Her work reflects an understanding that events are not simply productions, but deeply emotional milestones that deserve both artistry and steadiness.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
The show typically acknowledges what appropriate and then focuses on delivering the broadcast with steadiness.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 19 Feb. 2026
While the Heat have a variety of youthful options in their backcourt hierarchy ahead of Young, from the defensive guile of Davion Mitchell, to the youthful creativity of Kasparas Jakucionis, to the veteran steadiness of Dru Smith, Young is the type of speed guard rarely featured by the franchise.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
At Ingka, that steadiness has come from leaders showing up, listening to concerns, and staying connected to the day-to-day realities of work.
—Keith Ferrazzi, Fortune, 14 Feb. 2026
Leading through challenging moments requires steadiness, clear priorities, and transparency.
—Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Those who had greater mental fortitude—the ability to find emotional steadiness when faced with a traumatic event—fared better than those with less resilience who were hit with the same diagnosis.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 5 Feb. 2026
Your steadiness helps your teen steady, too, which is the heart of co-regulation.
—Dorian Johnson, Parents, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadiness
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Treading a fine line in Venezuela’s power struggle The amnesty push comes against the backdrop of Venezuela’s fragile post-Maduro landscape, with the acting government under Rodríguez navigating US pressure, economic challenges and calls for stability.—
Alessandra Freitas,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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For businesses, the ruling may represent a legal check on executive power, and a measure of relief, but not yet a guarantee of lasting stability.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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Add milk or water as needed to attain a medium sauce consistency.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
25 Feb. 2026
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Brad Idzik, Panthers’ new play-caller for the offense During Canales’ first two seasons in Carolina, the offense struggled to find consistency.—
Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Steadiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadiness. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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