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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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
Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In fact, Britain’s Ministry of Defence, in common with other analysts, assesses Russia’s rate of advance to have been in steady decline for six months, from about 730 square kilometers captured in November last year to just 143 last month.
—Andrew Carey and Kosta Gak, CNN Money, 9 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
Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025
After playing the first five holes in 3 over, Bhatia steadied the ship a bit and will enter Sunday four back of Spaun.
—Justin Ray, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The timing of the tariffs could not get any worse, given the steady decline of U.S. coal consumption.
—Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In fact, Britain’s Ministry of Defence, in common with other analysts, assesses Russia’s rate of advance to have been in steady decline for six months, from about 730 square kilometers captured in November last year to just 143 last month.
—Andrew Carey and Kosta Gak, CNN Money, 9 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
Holding onto the one-shot lead over both chasers, Lee steadied himself after that shaky 16th tee shot.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025
After playing the first five holes in 3 over, Bhatia steadied the ship a bit and will enter Sunday four back of Spaun.
—Justin Ray, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steady
Adjective
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Despite growing exhaustion, Booker remained steadfast, sustaining himself with only water as his voice grew stronger with emotion.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2025
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Despite the shifting sands in the content marketplace, Mayer assured the crowd of industry insiders that Blackrock remains steadfast in its Candle investment.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2025
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Packer congratulated Miller before launching into a conversation about building relationships with frequent collaborators and identifying target audiences.—
Lauren Coates,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Aside from seller reviews and rating, frequent DHGate shoppers suggest looking for this badge.—
Francesca Krempa,
StyleCaster,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Though the second portal window officially opens next week, Cristobal minced no words about the constant availability of players.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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Continue to Grow Leadership is a constant process of growth.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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As the new year gets underway, leaders are tasked with balancing innovation—a key to staying competitive and efficient—with the unchanging priority of delivering exceptional patient care.—
Jacob Kupietzky,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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In San Francisco and Santa Clara counties, the unchanging threat of fentanyl despite changing overdose rates could not be clearer.—
Kevan Shah,
The Mercury News,
3 Aug. 2024
Adjective
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Record sales have become a less reliable source of income for artists.—
Sara Chernikoff,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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Furthering its commitment to sustainable infrastructure, the company announced plans to expand its ultra-fast charging network internationally to help address the increasing demand for fast and reliable EV charging solutions.—
Lyubov Artemenko,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In the final days of the Paris Commune of 1871, a radical experiment in self-governance and insurrection that started after the nation’s humiliating military loss to Prussia, the Communards realized that their cause had gone up in flames.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
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The resolution, put forward by Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, is intended to put Republicans on the record for a policy that economists say will increase prices for consumers and fan the flames of an international trade war.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Douglas said that the combination of stress and his underlying health conditions, high blood pressure and diabetes, landed him in the hospital.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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But Sotomayor left no real doubt about her disagreement with the underlying policy.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
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But the biggest blemish on his career in the eyes of Trump’s most loyal followers is voting to convict Trump in his second impeachment trial over the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
1 Apr. 2025
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Whether your loyal friend has paws, feathers, or scales, take time to recognize their essential role in your life.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Steady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steady. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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