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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as in steadfast
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something
even as wild accusations were circulating, she remained steady in her support for the candidate
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as in frequent
appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time
a popular author who produces a steady output of best sellers year after year
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as in constant
not undergoing a change in condition
a steady breeze from the west
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as in unchanging
not varying
support for her presidential bid has been steady
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
a quiet but steady man who is one of the pillars of the community
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Recent Examples of steadiness
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
Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2026
The milestone reflects steady progress on a program that aims to rethink how aircraft are controlled in the air.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
Melina Khan, IndyStar, 12 Nov. 2025
Land softly, and keep your pelvis steady and your back straight.
—Mallory Creveling, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Maddy Keyes, The Frontier, 5 Mar. 2026
Gulden took the reins in 2023 to steady the company after its split with rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, over antisemitic comments and triggering a crisis for Adidas, which had been relying on sales of the Yeezy sneaker line that Ye fronted.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Consider moving a meeting to protect family time, because a small adjustment could restore steadiness without sacrificing your supportive nature.
—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
Adjective
Pectin, a fiber found in apples and pears, forms a gel that slows gastric emptying and helps keep blood sugar levels steadier.
—Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2026
The milestone reflects steady progress on a program that aims to rethink how aircraft are controlled in the air.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
Use a tripod or stand Keeping your phone steady will ensure photos are sharp and crisp, not blurry.
—Melina Khan, IndyStar, 12 Nov. 2025
Land softly, and keep your pelvis steady and your back straight.
—Mallory Creveling, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
On the federal level, advocates and policymakers are pushing for the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act, which was reintroduced in 2025 to steady the fund.
—Maddy Keyes, The Frontier, 5 Mar. 2026
Gulden took the reins in 2023 to steady the company after its split with rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, over antisemitic comments and triggering a crisis for Adidas, which had been relying on sales of the Yeezy sneaker line that Ye fronted.
—Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadiness
Adjective
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Their steadfast belief in this very personal film and commitment to getting it on marquees means so much to me.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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Fielder has been the sole democratic socialist on the board and a steadfast advocate for progressive causes, often voting against Lurie’s legislative agenda and the board’s moderate majority bloc.—
Alyce McFadden,
San Francisco Chronicle,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Collective processes involve tiring negotiations, frequent conflicts, and disappointing compromises, both internally among the team and with external interlocutors and partners.—
Adam Szymczyk,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Instead, the woman was sent to one of Hernandez’s frequent placement choices.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Our bodies pass from one camera’s jurisdiction to another, turning the city street or suburban road into a constant cinema of overlapping angles.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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An archaeological site within Trajan’s Forum transformed into a space for contemporary art, where 2nd-century structures engage in a constant, site-specific dialogue with the present.—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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This constant, unchanging, repetitive loading of a treadmill can irritate tissue and lead to knee issues, Holland says.—
Danielle Zickl,
Outside,
8 Mar. 2026
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To create this constant, unchanging reality, teachers need people to show them how to create this who have already created it themselves, the way a carpenter has made many, many tables.—
Scott Ervin,
Boston Herald,
8 Mar. 2026
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Affordable yet reliable, the JBL Vibe Beam wireless earbuds are terrific for listening to your favorite tunes while commuting, hiking, exercising or at the beach.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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However, there is a reliable method for keeping crows out of your yard and letting the others live in peace.—
Joan Morris,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The other is a patchy, unpersuasive psychodrama about the underlying motivations and years-later ramifications of an unspeakable act—or, in this case, an unrealized plan to commit an unspeakable act.—
Hannah Jocelyn,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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And while Kennedy’s 27-year run at one company may be unusual today, the underlying lesson is that meaningful career growth comes from continually expanding one’s range, deepening judgment, and seeking out stretch opportunities—whether that happens within one company or across several.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Those comments largely served as a testament to the staunch conservative’s willingness to work across the aisle to secure funding for his district.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte -- a staunch Trump ally -- referred Swalwell to the Justice Department for criminal prosecution over mortgage fraud accusations, but the department never indicted Swalwell.—
Perry Stein The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
29 Mar. 2026
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With the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline topping a multiyear high of $4 a gallon, according to AAA, inflation-weary commuters are having a tough time absorbing the energy shock.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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While an appearance in the NBA’s play-in tournament for the fourth straight season still seems likely, the Heat hopes to get back to that winning formula consistently in the final days of the regular season.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Steadiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadiness. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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