1
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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2
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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3
as in constant
not undergoing a change in condition
a steady breeze from the west
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4
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 steady
James Wood, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
The organization reports that the anime business has experienced steady growth every year since 2009 — and even expanded consistently through the pandemic.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
Globe Columnist, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Sep. 2023
LeBron is living proof that to the steady goes the race.
—cleveland, 2 Feb. 2023
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 19 Sep. 2025
Marino, though, voiced confidence in the coach’s ability to steady the ship.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Afternoon has a steady presence in Gospodinov’s work.
—James Wood, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
The organization reports that the anime business has experienced steady growth every year since 2009 — and even expanded consistently through the pandemic.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
The state’s biggest health system had unrivaled clout with doctors and insurers, guaranteeing a steady of flow of patients.
—Globe Columnist, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Sep. 2023
LeBron is living proof that to the steady goes the race.
—cleveland, 2 Feb. 2023
Verb
And Herbert — much like Jones and Indy — has a stable of receivers available for quick-hits underneath, from second-year slot star Ladd McConkey (11 catches for 122 yards) to steady veteran Keenan Allen (12 for 129).
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 19 Sep. 2025
Marino, though, voiced confidence in the coach’s ability to steady the ship.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steady
Adjective
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Jeff is known as a selfless mentor and a steadfast colleague.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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Beyond her torrid relationship with Taissa Turner, Van felt like a voice of reason in a sea of noise — steadfast in her effort to reform after her time in The Wilderness rather than succumbing to its violent will.—
Catherine Mhloyi,
Them.,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And for frequent flyers, the Travelpro Versapack + Softside Expandable 21-inch Carry-on Luggage is a serious score at $377 off.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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After making his screen debut on the WB drama 7th Heaven in 2006, Dave's first film role came in 2007's Superbad, which was written by and costarred his brother's frequent collaborator Seth Rogen (and was produced by Judd Apatow, who gave the elder Franco his big break on Freaks and Geeks).—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The sound of a ringing bell was nearly constant Monday afternoon at Barnhill Orchards in Lonoke County.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
4 Nov. 2025
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This album is inspired by my fans and their constant love.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Because that's what these young girls feel like when a boy walks into their locker room and starts unchanging in front of them.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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This dark energy, which Einstein labeled with the Greek letter lambda, has long been assumed to be unchanging and reliable through time.—
Rebecca Boyle,
Scientific American,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Clean energy is driving a state of 40 million people, offering more affordable energy and creating reliable jobs that will power the future.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Becton is not reliable at this stage.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Joyce Barnes, chief operating officer of TOCCA, says a reed diffuser can add a subtle scent to your home without a flame or an on/off switch.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Nov. 2025
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One neighbor also pulled out a garden hose to try and suppress the flames.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Hofstadter argued that the same process underlies more abstract kinds of perception.—
James Somers,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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But analyst Obasi said that any unilateral US military operation against Islamist groups in Nigeria would not address the underlying factors driving instability there.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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That experience, along with his father’s staunch opposition to the removals, helped form Kennedy’s powerful belief in the equality of all people and the importance of preserving and protecting individual rights.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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The staunchest deflationist could deflate no longer.—
James Somers,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Steady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steady. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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