as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
demonstrated the suitcase's sturdiness by dropping it from a third-floor window
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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 -
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
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But if our leaders continue down this path, Florida risks falling further behind, not just in education rankings, but in job creation, workforce development and economic stability.—
Lissette Fernandez,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2025
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The Sorenson Impact Foundation invests in high-impact companies that are tackling pressing challenges across sectors for low-income communities, with an emphasis on creating paths to greater economic opportunity and stability.—
The Sorenson Impact Institute,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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State of play: Boyce will take over a department that is still trying to reach full strength.—
Zachery Eanes,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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High on vibes, low on reasoning Upon 4.5's release, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman did some expectation tempering on X, writing that the model is strong on vibes but low on analytical strength.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Sturdiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdiness. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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