1
as in stability
the state of continuing without change
the mistaken notion that there is constancy in language—words do indeed change their meanings over time
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as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
soldiers serving with constancy and devotion to country
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as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
it takes determination and constancy to get through law school
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Recent Examples of constancy
To a stunning degree, the Trump administration has diminished the sense of U.S. constancy that has been indispensable to the postwar liberal order.
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Eliot A. Cohen, Foreign Affairs, 11 Dec. 2018
The problem was the seeming inevitability of the juggernaut, the constancy of its forward motion, and the inefficacy of mere individuals in the face of such odds.
—Christopher Ketcham, Harper's Magazine, 1 Nov. 2023
Sign up The point is not to lionize Haley, whose timidity in the face of Trump has made a weather vane seem like a model of principled constancy.
—Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 31 Aug. 2023
The clothes are designed to emphasize the perfection and constancy of her performance, rather than some connection to contemporary trends.
—Rachel Tashjian, Washington Post, 13 July 2023
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Eliot A. Cohen, Foreign Affairs, 11 Dec. 2018
The problem was the seeming inevitability of the juggernaut, the constancy of its forward motion, and the inefficacy of mere individuals in the face of such odds.
—Christopher Ketcham, Harper's Magazine, 1 Nov. 2023
Sign up The point is not to lionize Haley, whose timidity in the face of Trump has made a weather vane seem like a model of principled constancy.
—Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 31 Aug. 2023
The clothes are designed to emphasize the perfection and constancy of her performance, rather than some connection to contemporary trends.
—Rachel Tashjian, Washington Post, 13 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constancy
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The brand’s ball wheels were also rigorously tested for stability and comfort.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Mar. 2025
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Meanwhile, community members in Ingersoll expressed concern over job stability in the current landscape, with the plant’s 1,300 employees comprising a significant chunk of the area's roughly 11,000 residents.—
Jackie Charniga,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2025
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Not just for the exceptional wines, but for these supremely authentic interactions that are born from an unfailing dedication to the land.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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Even Sam Star’s mother, a deeply southern woman who has a fearsome dedication to her child, is a revolutionary figure right now.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
28 Mar. 2025
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Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, is all about new beginnings, courage and fresh starts.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Zegler’s Snow White is a princess who not only finds true love but also the courage to be the type of leader that her late father taught her to be.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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Defensive consistency has recently evaded these Nuggets, sitting at 26th in defensive rating since the All-Star break entering Friday night against Utah.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2025
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Hendrick Motorsports drivers focus on consistency; All four of its teams work together to make one another faster.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Mar. 2025
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Customers can gain betting bonuses and discounts through this loyalty program.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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And always sign up for free hotel loyalty programs to get additional perks.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Mar. 2025
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That memory still burns, creating just the right balance of fortitude and redemption.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2025
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Cheaper laughs run rampant, invoking and evacuating seriousness in one limp gesture, smothering any thought or feeling at risk of requiring fortitude.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
The New Yorker,
27 Feb. 2025
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Even while boards are voting against anti-DEI polices this quarter, the stakes of losing FCC approval for its merger with Skydance appear to outweigh any commitments to DEI.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Their strong commitment to creating content that resonates with audiences mirrors our own mission.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2025
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Rather than signaling academic stamina alone, these meaningful experiences illustrate maturity, purpose, and a student’s potential for significant contributions to college communities.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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The 52-year-old actress has been able to return to her craft, amid her battle with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), now that she’s increased her stamina and is relapse-free.—
Erin Jensen,
USA TODAY,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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