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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
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.
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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
The background of sunflowers symbolizes the constancy of the North Star as Tubman’s unwavering faith.
—Jacoba Urist, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2023
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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
The background of sunflowers symbolizes the constancy of the North Star as Tubman’s unwavering faith.
—Jacoba Urist, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 June 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constancy
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This stability contributes to their longevity—globular clusters can be billions of years old, and as such, many of them comprise very old stars.Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 17 Dec. 2024
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Mixing the stability of teams’ established businesses with the volatility of tech moonshots proved high-risk.Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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This question is a litmus test—a direct check on your dedication to developing hard skills outside formal education.Pamela Skillings, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Through dedication to science and compassion for patients, Dr. Halpert and his team are redefining what’s possible in cancer care.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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The novel is action-packed, and filled with insights into leadership and courage.Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Dec. 2024
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Harry Potter leads not through brute force, but with courage, loyalty, and the strength of his friendships—inspiring others to stand together.Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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While Hield has always been a capable scorer since college, his consistency on a night-to-night basis has been his Achilles Heel.Tyler Small, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Step 1: Make A Paste Create a paste the consistency of toothpaste using equal parts lemon juice and cream of tartar.Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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Don't focus on loyalty programs (some of the best international hotels are not affiliated with large chains that provide points for a stay).T+L Editors, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
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This collective action highlights the importance of trust, loyalty and shared purpose within an organization.Joseph Edgar, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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His exceptional professionalism and physical and mental fortitude inspired his soldiers to follow him willingly.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Inspired by the true story of the 1960s fight for Civil Rights through the eyes of the girls who reinvigorated the struggling movement through the power of magical thinking, friendship, faith and fortitude.Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Bachman’s commitment to documentation in his music enables the sounds of climate change to speak for themselves.Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
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The post-Christmas full house was anticipated after the small Light Street pizza shop got a publicity boost and a $60,000 commitment on Monday from Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy.Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
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It’s always been the case that the big auto OEMs were unlikely to have the stamina for this race.Brad Templeton, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Walking has been shown to improve strength, stamina, and flexibility and reduce the risk or severity of several chronic health concerns.Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN, LD, Health, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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