reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
1
: the quality or state of being reliable
2
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials
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we never had reason to question the reliability of the park rangers in the event of an emergency
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Good question—after all, Jaguars are not renowned for being paragons of reliability.
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Eric Bangeman, Ars Technica, 14 Feb. 2025
For industries that rely on real-time connectivity—whether in logistics, streaming services, or online marketplaces—network reliability is critical.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
The report concludes with a discussion of PG&E's strategic initiatives, including its focus on enhancing grid reliability, supporting California's clean energy goals, and improving operational efficiencies through the Lean operating system.
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The order cited electric grid reliability as a central concern.
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Eric Bangeman, Ars Technica, 14 Feb. 2025
For industries that rely on real-time connectivity—whether in logistics, streaming services, or online marketplaces—network reliability is critical.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025
The report concludes with a discussion of PG&E's strategic initiatives, including its focus on enhancing grid reliability, supporting California's clean energy goals, and improving operational efficiencies through the Lean operating system.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Feb. 2025
The order cited electric grid reliability as a central concern.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 12 Feb. 2025
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“Reliability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliability. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural reliabilities
: the quality or state of being reliable
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reliability
noun
re·li·abil·i·ty
ri-ˌlī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural reliabilities
: the extent to which an experiment, test, or measuring procedure yields the same results on repeated trials
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