1
as in stability
the state of continuing without change
the mistaken notion that there is constancy in language—words do indeed change their meanings over time
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as in dedication
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
soldiers serving with constancy and devotion to country
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as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
it takes determination and constancy to get through law school
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Recent Examples of constancy
To a stunning degree, the Trump administration has diminished the sense of U.S. constancy that has been indispensable to the postwar liberal order.
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Eliot A. Cohen, Foreign Affairs, 11 Dec. 2018
The problem was the seeming inevitability of the juggernaut, the constancy of its forward motion, and the inefficacy of mere individuals in the face of such odds.
—Christopher Ketcham, Harper's Magazine, 1 Nov. 2023
Sign up The point is not to lionize Haley, whose timidity in the face of Trump has made a weather vane seem like a model of principled constancy.
—Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 31 Aug. 2023
The clothes are designed to emphasize the perfection and constancy of her performance, rather than some connection to contemporary trends.
—Rachel Tashjian, Washington Post, 13 July 2023
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Eliot A. Cohen, Foreign Affairs, 11 Dec. 2018
The problem was the seeming inevitability of the juggernaut, the constancy of its forward motion, and the inefficacy of mere individuals in the face of such odds.
—Christopher Ketcham, Harper's Magazine, 1 Nov. 2023
Sign up The point is not to lionize Haley, whose timidity in the face of Trump has made a weather vane seem like a model of principled constancy.
—Walter Shapiro, The New Republic, 31 Aug. 2023
The clothes are designed to emphasize the perfection and constancy of her performance, rather than some connection to contemporary trends.
—Rachel Tashjian, Washington Post, 13 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for constancy
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Preserve & Grow Wealth with Risk-Focused Quality Portfolios For investors seeking a blend of stability and attractive returns, PM stock serves as a strategic choice.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Stock market futures slumped and bond yields spiked amid concerns over financial and economic stability brought on by the tit-for-tat exchange between the two nations.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2025
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His two sensational strikes against Madrid were a culmination of his dedication on the training ground.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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His father, an attorney of Irish immigrant descent, worked tirelessly while his mother managed their household of six children with the same dedication.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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There comes a moment for every leader when the clearest sign of strength is found not in agreement, compromise, or accommodation but in the clarity and courage to firmly say no.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Adding to the timeliness of this welter of Weill is the composer’s reputation for political courage.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Instead, Lewandowski’s career has been defined by consistency.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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American Electric Power combines the consistency of regulated utilities with standout dividend growth.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Strong connections drive loyalty, turning readers into advocates.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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My distrust of Trump is anchored in his track record of personally courting white supremacists and neo-Nazis, spreading conspiracy theories featuring antisemitic tropes, and insinuating that Jewish-Americans have dual loyalty.—
Ben Krull,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2025
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That takes some fortitude, when world trade is on the verge of collapse, consumers are frightened and businesses can’t plan anything.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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This time, logistics and luck were in my favor, and the fortitude came in handy during a dizzying three-hour ride to Himachal Pradesh, flying through hairpin turns on steep roads, as a thick mist churned over the mountains.—
Sarah Khan,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
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Recognitions such as being named one of Fort Worth’s Top 500 Most Influential People and receiving awards like Entrepreneur of Excellence and Community Advocate of the Year highlight my commitment to serving our city.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Notwithstanding recent moments of tension around Israel, the Catholic Church has affirmed time and time again its commitment to fighting antisemitism and appreciating Judaism as a sibling tradition.—
Joshua Stanton,
New York Daily News,
20 Apr. 2025
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In both world wars, the key to victory was not so much military prowess as unbeatable stamina.—
Lawrence D. Freedman,
Foreign Affairs,
14 Apr. 2025
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Speed and stamina are core aspects of their role, and for most, these take a nosedive around these ages.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Constancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constancy. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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