1
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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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
William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Feb. 2025
Both are just the latest in a steady stream of media layoffs over a tumultuous few years.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 6 Feb. 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
Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2025
Since stumbling out of the gate, the Bucks have steadied themselves in a big way.
—Brian Sampson, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
The report gave some economists confidence that the Federal Reserve will continue to hold interest rates steady and maintain its focus on controlling near-term inflation.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 7 Feb. 2025
Both are just the latest in a steady stream of media layoffs over a tumultuous few years.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 6 Feb. 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
The Kings got the deficit down to six with two minutes remaining before a baby hook from Jokic steadied the ship.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2025
Since stumbling out of the gate, the Bucks have steadied themselves in a big way.
—Brian Sampson, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steady
Adjective
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Universal Music Group has remained steadfast in their claims that there was no foul play involved with the record and its popularity was simply, organically due to the quality of the song.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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Amid recent efforts to challenge, or in some cases, completely erase the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), the National Football League (NFL) remains steadfast in its commitment to embracing and celebrating all people.—
John Lawson,
Essence,
10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The Challenges of Apartment Living and Noise Sensitivity Noise complaints, particularly involving crying babies, are a frequent point of contention.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The promises have grown more frequent, with more immediate timelines, in recent months as Musk has shifted Tesla’s focus toward autonomous vehicles and away from mass-market EV sales.—
Chris Kirkham and Abhirup Roy,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But these constant negative articles are triggering me now.—
Mark Critchley,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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The constant, rapid-fire display includes seconds-long short flashes and longer, blindingly bright flares of light on a daily basis.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Within this uniformity lay a subtle nod to masculinity in a stern, unchanging form, blending seamlessly into its surroundings, acting as a permanent fixture; a mountain within the forest.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes,
4 Feb. 2025
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From a helicopter, the juxtaposition was halting: The gleam of the Pacific in its unchanging glory, running parallel for miles against sheer devastation.—
Loren Elliott,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Earth signs are known to be practical, reliable, grounded, and patient.—
Maya Layne,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, for time-sensitive shipments, Priam provides fast and reliable transport with priority handling through Air Freight solutions.—
William Mullane,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Unable to reach the front door due to the flames, Kirby barricaded himself in his son’s room and called 911.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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Two other Binghamton firefighters were injured battling the flames.—
Jeff Murray,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Of the three, county records indicate that only one, the 15-year-old, had other underlying medical conditions present at the time of death.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Feb. 2025
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Regular vaccine updates are critical for renewing immunity and protecting vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly and those with underlying health conditions.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
6 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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After Orban became prime minister in 2010, his government stripped public employees of key civil service protections, fired thousands, and replaced them with loyal members of the ruling Fidesz party.—
STEVEN LEVITSKY,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Feb. 2025
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Rhames will play Tanker, Fang’s loyal right hand who was the second-in-command of Fang’s Special Forces squad when they were captured in Afghanistan.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Steady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steady. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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