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
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
See all Example Sentences for constancy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constancy
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Intergenerational Wealth: Lessons From ‘Old Money’ Families with generational wealth often rely on nontraditional assets to preserve their financial stability over decades.—
Anushree Jain,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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The Dixon Injury Firm understands that an injury can turn your life upside down, impacting your physical and emotional well-being, as well as your financial stability.—
William Jones,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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This initiative reflects Dixon’s dedication to fostering personal growth and uplifting his community.—
William Jones,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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This dedication to sustainability is a key differentiator, appealing to environmentally conscious businesses and educational institutions looking to minimize their carbon footprint.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Jan. 2025
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What sets Chappell apart is her courage to be herself in every sense: her honesty, her individuality, and her commitment to creating meaningful music.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Millions of women benefited from her courage and determination.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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Players with her versatility and consistency are in short supply, and having her on a fresh contract bodes well for the Dash’s long-overdue rebuild.—
Jeff Rueter,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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At the end of the day, consistency is the key to maintaining consumer trust.—
Forbes,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Lawmakers have also sounded the alarm about Patel’s loyalty to Trump.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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The app will offer opportunities to order espressos to-go and customers can receive loyalty points for each purchase at both wineries.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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Scientists who study resilience in nature say the memory of one trauma helps build fortitude against the next trauma.—
Somini Sengupta,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2025
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The overlap of awards season with a fire season has posed a stern test of Hollywood fortitude.—
Peter Bart,
Deadline,
16 Jan. 2025
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Trinity’s engagements with Hartford, and its inextricable co-dependencies, are not without flaws, but community commitments and points of progress abound.—
Garth Andrew Myers,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2025
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This commitment is far too robust to be derailed by the absence of any single participant.—
Thais Lopez Vogel,
Orlando Sentinel,
26 Jan. 2025
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Doing it in back-to-back years would require amazing stamina. 7.—
Austin Meek,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Biden dropped out of the 2024 race in July amid concerns over his age and stamina and endorsed Vice President Harris, who lost to Trump in November.—
Alex Gangitano,
The Hill,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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