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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While industries evolve and AI transforms work, a company’s commitment to its weekly all-hands meeting or quarterly offsite can remain steadfast.—
Susanne Biro,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s comments echo those made by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who on Sunday said the administration will remain steadfast in its plans for reciprocal tariffs on major U.S. trading partners, even in the face of the global stock market sell-off.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Aside from seller reviews and rating, frequent DHGate shoppers suggest looking for this badge.—
Francesca Krempa,
StyleCaster,
10 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
Adjective
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Once the ball moved into more central areas, Lindsey Heaps homed in on it like a heat-seeking missile, putting constant pressure on Kim Little, forcing the Scot back in a way that rarely happens in WSL matches.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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In contrast, Lyon were a constant threat on the counter attack.—
Asif Burhan,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Presuming any group to be unchanging stood in the way of understanding evolutionary changes.—
John P. Jackson,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2025
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These unchanging elements can serve as anchors during turbulent times.—
Susanne Biro,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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When the Cubs have a lead, Counsell goes to a reliable late-game formula with relievers Julian Merryweather, Porter Hodge and Ryan Pressly.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Previously, Ming-Chi Kuo, a reliable analyst at TFI Securities, has predicted Touch ID to make a return on the iPhone Fold.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In a statement to The Daily Mail, police inspector Alex Dale said that several people immediately rushed to assist the two passengers and helped them to safety before the aircraft burst into flames.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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The scientists — who conduct genetic sampling of endangered salmon to check the species’ stock status and survival — routinely work with chemicals that can burn skin, erupt into flames and cause cancer.—
Lisa Song,
ProPublica,
11 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
Adjective
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Clearly, The Wine Group values the loyal followings these brands currently enjoy.—
Laura Ness,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2025
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The network specializes in developing, distributing, and marketing talk radio shows that become appointment listening events for loyal audiences.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Steady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steady. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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