as in reliability
worthiness as the recipient of another's trust or confidence
her dependability as a friend, in good times and bad, is legendary
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
seeking a dependable person to look after their summer home in the off-season
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Recent Examples of dependability
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
That worked fine during the regular season, but as the stakes increased, the team’s results suffered for its lack of a dependable scorer.
—Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Fix the left tackle situation The Chiefs must acquire a left tackle who can be a dependable starter for multiple years.
—Nate Taylor, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
Social media users are poking fun at the reality of swapping their dependable parents for their perhaps less-than-qualified partners or friends.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
Though rookie Ladd McConkey put together 1,149 yards as a dependable route runner with loads of yards after the catch talent, the team still needs a field stretcher.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
That worked fine during the regular season, but as the stakes increased, the team’s results suffered for its lack of a dependable scorer.
—Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 14 Feb. 2025
Fix the left tackle situation The Chiefs must acquire a left tackle who can be a dependable starter for multiple years.
—Nate Taylor, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
Social media users are poking fun at the reality of swapping their dependable parents for their perhaps less-than-qualified partners or friends.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dependability
Noun
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Postal workers will also be permitted to leave facilities earlier and travel greater distances for deliveries, enhancing reliability and revenue, particularly for customers in rural areas.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Padilla’s priorities include the expansion of fare assistance programs and improvements to service reliability and safety.—
Colleen Shalby,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The 3-month Treasury yield this week moved above the 10-year note, a historically reliable indicator of a recession at the 12- to 18-month horizon.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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With a credit card and a garage, enthusiasts can build a virtually new Mustang from scratch using show-quality reproduction parts available from dozens of reliable suppliers.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This is a crucial advancement, since HPV is responsible for most cervical cancer cases—and her discovery represents a significant benefit for public health, as well as empowering women by offering a more accessible and less invasive treatment option.—
The Glamour editors,
Glamour,
8 Mar. 2025
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The stadium authority is responsible for several key deals the A’s have in Las Vegas, including their stadium lease, development and non-relocation agreements.—
Evan Drellich,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Outlet Covers With Hidden Pull Handle $10 at Amazon This pack of 45 reusable outlet covers is perfect for quickly baby-proofing hotel rooms and keeping children safe from electrical outlets.—
Ramona Saviss,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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Occupations in tech, finance, and law were up until now long considered safe.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Dior Forever Skin Perfect Foundation Stick, $52 Ahead, find the nine medium-coverage foundations that have a permanent place in makeup artists’ kits (and in Allure editors’ hearts) and prepare to put your best face forward.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
8 Mar. 2025
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Quaid does his best, but the blankness of his character’s canvas is overwhelming.—
Gregory Nussen,
Deadline,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Dependability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dependability. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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