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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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as in constant
not undergoing a change in condition
a steady breeze from the west
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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
Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 22 Apr. 2025
Appell, which has a volunteer fire department in Avon, also holding steady at 70, said people need to step up and join the department.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2025
cleveland, 2 Feb. 2023
Lucid sold other shares to other groups, but the deal kept the PIF's overall investment in Lucid steady, at around 62 percent, according to CNBC.
—Sebastian Blanco, Car and Driver, 30 Jan. 2023
Kate Gibson, CBS News, 11 Mar. 2025
The stock steadied Wednesday after plunging nearly 10% the day before, helped by Microsoft unveiling its first quantum computing chip , Majorana 1.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Since the 2005 rezoning of Greenpoint’s industrial waterfront, a steady procession of glass towers has risen along the shoreline, nearly all offering some version of the same pitch: stunning views and luxury living.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 22 Apr. 2025
Appell, which has a volunteer fire department in Avon, also holding steady at 70, said people need to step up and join the department.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
LeBron is living proof that to the steady goes the race.
—cleveland, 2 Feb. 2023
Lucid sold other shares to other groups, but the deal kept the PIF's overall investment in Lucid steady, at around 62 percent, according to CNBC.
—Sebastian Blanco, Car and Driver, 30 Jan. 2023
Verb
Futures steadied after Bloomberg News reported that President Trump would meet with business leaders on Tuesday, with investors on high alert for indications from the White House on possible trade policy shifts.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 11 Mar. 2025
The stock steadied Wednesday after plunging nearly 10% the day before, helped by Microsoft unveiling its first quantum computing chip , Majorana 1.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steady
Adjective
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While industries evolve and AI transforms work, a company’s commitment to its weekly all-hands meeting or quarterly offsite can remain steadfast.—
Susanne Biro,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s comments echo those made by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who on Sunday said the administration will remain steadfast in its plans for reciprocal tariffs on major U.S. trading partners, even in the face of the global stock market sell-off.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2025
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While she has been officially signed with WWE since 2020, her in-ring appearances have become less frequent.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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This was just one of many quarrels between the two that grew more frequent.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Once the ball moved into more central areas, Lindsey Heaps homed in on it like a heat-seeking missile, putting constant pressure on Kim Little, forcing the Scot back in a way that rarely happens in WSL matches.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Bert, his best friend, drinking buddy and a constant presence in his life, does not really exist.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Typically, scientists think of cratons as unchanging, nigh on eternal.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
17 Apr. 2025
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There’s a strong element of passion in it, whereas my dad’s need to save money was a slow-burning, unchanging aspect of his relation to the world.—
Geoff Dyer,
Harpers Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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When the Cubs have a lead, Counsell goes to a reliable late-game formula with relievers Julian Merryweather, Porter Hodge and Ryan Pressly.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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This issue was placed on display when Tanner Houck, one of the team's more reliable pitchers, brutally struggled in his last start.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In a statement to The Daily Mail, police inspector Alex Dale said that several people immediately rushed to assist the two passengers and helped them to safety before the aircraft burst into flames.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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The scientists — who conduct genetic sampling of endangered salmon to check the species’ stock status and survival — routinely work with chemicals that can burn skin, erupt into flames and cause cancer.—
Lisa Song,
ProPublica,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The first step is a medical evaluation to rule out underlying health conditions that may be causing symptoms similar to autism.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
21 Apr. 2025
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If immune system function is affected by underlying conditions, such as thyroid issues, infections, and autoimmunity, then drainage alone may not address the root cause.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The loyal throngs of fans that stuck around, even as the crowd dwindled, were duly rewarded when, a few hours later, Lorde arrived in the flesh to perform.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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The controversy alienated even our party’s most loyal supporters who felt that party bosses, not Democratic primary voters, were deciding which candidate would emerge in the general election as the Democratic nominee.—
Ken Martin,
Time,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Steady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steady. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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