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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
Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Jan. 2025
The decision to hold rates steady at a range of 4.25% to 4.5% could mark the beginning of an extended respite as the Fed assesses the course of inflation and awaits details on Trump’s trade and immigration plans.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 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
Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
The Knicks needed a veteran with poise, someone who could complement Julius Randle’s All-Star breakout and steady the young roster.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Both in Texas and nationwide, students at the higher end of the achievement scale in both grade levels either held steady or improved compared to two years ago in both reading and math, while those at the lower end performed at historically low levels, creating a widening achievement gap.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Jan. 2025
The decision to hold rates steady at a range of 4.25% to 4.5% could mark the beginning of an extended respite as the Fed assesses the course of inflation and awaits details on Trump’s trade and immigration plans.
—Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 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
Every time the Timberwolves made a run, the Warriors steadied.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025
The Knicks needed a veteran with poise, someone who could complement Julius Randle’s All-Star breakout and steady the young roster.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steady
Adjective
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Lear remains steadfast that she’s always been a woman, but the film keeps cutting away to other people confirming her transition.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2025
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But a trade always seemed unlikely as Indiana president of basketball Kelly Krauskopf drafted Mitchell No. 2 in the 2018 WNBA Draft and has remained steadfast in her support of the 5-foot-8 guard.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The Statue of Liberty became a frequent motif Guantánamo artists deployed to communicate the betrayal of U.S. laws and ideals.—
Alexandra Moore,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
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Bustling households with crawling toddlers or a pack of mud-prone paws may benefit from even more frequent mopping, while empty nesters may get away with once a month.—
Maria Conti,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Before the Mahomes era, the Chiefs suffered constant postseason heartbreak — and even went decades between playoff wins.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Jan. 2025
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Once the league’s best franchise, the Sparks have devolved into a rudderless mess with constant changes in leadership, no real stars and only recently announced plans for a new practice facility after being relegated to temporary locker rooms at a community college.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Procedurals benefit from an unchanging lead character who tackles a new challenge in each episode.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2025
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Similarly, we’re told that this island has been struggling with modernity, experiencing an existential crisis because its age-old traditions and seemingly unchanging ways are being encroached upon by technology and outsiders.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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As a meta-analysis, the researchers noted that their report provides more reliable answers than a smaller, singular study.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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An uptick in office lease signings has led some to hope the office rental market has hit bottom, but others, like landlord and developer Garrett Lee, believe there’s a more reliable path forward than trying to convince tenants to return: converting offices into apartments.—
Roger Vincent,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Some 66 firefighters and six fire engines have been deployed to tackle the flames.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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The 12-story hotel was built onto a cliff, complicating efforts to extinguish the flames.—
Alex Stambaugh,
CNN,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Although rare, if your hiccups last longer than 48 hours, see a healthcare provider to rule out or treat other underlying health conditions.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
28 Jan. 2025
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Lifting their lips Growling Baring their teeth Addressing Resource Guarding If a dog displays resource guarding, owners are encouraged to consult a veterinarian to rule out underlying medical issues, as behavioral changes or aggression could indicate health concerns.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Electoral authorities loyal to the ruling party declared Maduro the winner of the July election hours after polls closed without providing detailed vote counts, unlike in previous elections.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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In a reversal to that longstanding tradition, Trump attempted to fill the government with more loyal employees in an executive order before leaving office in late 2020.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
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“Steady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steady. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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