1
as in sturdy
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
the observation tower is stable enough to withstand the strongest winds without collapsing
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2
as in fixed
having been established and usually not subject to change
a troubled nation badly in need of a stable government
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3
as in normal
having full use of one's mind and control over one's actions
she made some strange decisions back when she wasn't entirely stable
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4
as in constant
not undergoing a change in condition
a stable economic climate is best for business
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Recent Examples of stable
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Those bonds are also the undergirding of the global financial system, and are usually considered to be safe and stable investments.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 22 May 2025
Peter Georgescu, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
The brand is known for its quirky wardrobe stables, stripes, bold color, pattern and textures that catapulted the brand to cult status in the 1980s and ’90s.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2025
Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2025
But the horse stables, in some way, were maybe even more impressive.
—The Editors Of Ad, Architectural Digest, 7 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
In contrast, low self-monitors, who remain true to themselves regardless of the situation, are more likely to form stable and meaningful relationships.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Those bonds are also the undergirding of the global financial system, and are usually considered to be safe and stable investments.
—Maria Aspan, NPR, 22 May 2025
Noun
But in recent years, replenishing its stable of icons became less of a priority.
—Peter Georgescu, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
The brand is known for its quirky wardrobe stables, stripes, bold color, pattern and textures that catapulted the brand to cult status in the 1980s and ’90s.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 21 Apr. 2025
Verb
The pumphouse campus once had a machine shop, storehouse, carriage house and stables and a brick-making kiln.
—Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2025
But the horse stables, in some way, were maybe even more impressive.
—The Editors Of Ad, Architectural Digest, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stable
Adjective
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It’s got all the gaming-friendly extras; HDR support, DP 1.4, HDMI, and a metal stand that actually feels sturdy for once.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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The straps are made from a sturdy synthetic leather alternative that holds its shape more than other softer materials, but the interior of the straps and insoles are still lined with a light suede that’s gentle on the skin and comfy for full-day wear.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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For fixed wage positions, employers may disclose a single wage amount rather than providing a range.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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That's because the only fixed space weather monitoring probe in Earth's orbit is located in the Lagrange Point 1 about 900 miles (1,500,000 kilometers) away from Earth toward the sun.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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In a revealing interview on Insight With Chris Van Vliet, Omos detailed his journey from assuming his rapid growth was normal to facing a critical health crisis.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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Most kids use pacifiers—and up to a certain point, that's totally normal.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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There is constant conversation over screen time in general: parents and experts analyze the potential for addiction, the impact of blue light on young eyes and sleep cycles and the effect on attention deficits.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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In an interview with PEOPLE tied to the U.S. release of -196 vodka seltzer, Jonas, 37, spoke about the emotional toll that an international tour can take on musicians, especially coming off of the high of constant action and adrenaline.—
Emily Rella,
People.com,
26 May 2025
Noun
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Virginia Tech researchers made this discovery after comparing the genomes of two distinct lineages of bed bugs – one that is suspected to have hitched a ride on a Neanderthal thousands of years ago, and another that stuck with its bat host.—
Bronwyn Thompson,
New Atlas,
28 May 2025
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The tribute will feature performances from previous host, Bow Wow, as well as Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and more.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
28 May 2025
Verb
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From Italy to France to Bali to Puerto Rico Mexico to home in California, these sandals have provided great support while still working for a ton of different destinations and experiences.—
Samantha Leal,
StyleCaster,
25 Apr. 2025
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The output rotates continuously, requires no calibration or homing on boot-up, and contains a thru-bore for easy daisy-chaining of wiring.—
Evan Ackerman,
IEEE Spectrum,
12 July 2019
Adjective
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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The court also ordered the Trump administration to remove the tariffs within 10 days, including a 25% tariff on certain goods from Canada and Mexico.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
29 May 2025
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Seven days after the murders, Johnson & Johnson received an extortion letter threatening that more people would be poisoned if certain demands were not met.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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“Stable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stable. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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