steadily

adverb

Definition of steadilynext
1
as in continuously

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2
as in surely

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadily
  1. continuously
  2. surely
  3. frequently
  4. often
  5. repeatedly
  6. regularly
  7. usually
  8. intently
Adverb
  • And like the person who keeps rejoining the gym, companies must continuously recommit to data health.
    Sarah Elk, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • In a world where technology continuously blurs the lines between virtual and real, Verstappen is at the forefront of promoting sim racing as a credible platform that can launch careers in real-world racing.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of continuously
Adverb
  • While most of the focus will be on Belichick, who will surely get a ton of camera time during the broadcast, Jim Mora has been quietly doing a nice job with the UConn program.
    Dan Santaromita, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
  • However, every players has his price and Arsenal is surely tempted to make a move for Cunha in the January transfer window knowing that the 25-year-old could help narrow the gap to Liverpool at the top of the table.
    Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
Definition of surely
Adverb
  • For example, at The Farm—the CIA’s famed training facility in Virginia—trainees are frequently paired with instructors from markedly different backgrounds and tasked with forming authentic connections.
    Jeremy Hurewitz, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
  • What To Know The report stated that the two previously unknown trips by Thomas took place in 2021 and were provided by Harlan Crow, a Texas real estate magnate who frequently patronizes Thomas.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of frequently
Adverb
  • Their arc often follows a common trajectory, from abusing prescription painkillers to heroin to fentanyl.
    Maurice Tamman, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Pockets are tempting to fill, and travelers often forget to fully empty them, which means setting off the alarm and holding up the security line.
    Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of often
Adverb
  • The pair struggled repeatedly when pressed by more energetic young opponents, but Guardiola felt unable or unwilling to try an alternative.
    Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Elon Musk and SpaceX Face Federal Reviews After Violations of Security Reporting Rules: The US government is reviewing whether Elon Musk and SpaceX have repeatedly ignored disclosure protocols protecting state secrets, like withholding information related to meetings with foreign leaders.
    Makena Kelly, WIRED, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of repeatedly
Adverb
  • The WeGo Star, 64 Star Downtown Shuttle, and 93 Star West End Shuttle will operate as regularly scheduled.
    Craig Shoup, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
  • The San Francisco controller’s office also estimates shutting down the road to cars could save the city up to $700,000 annually in sand removal and other maintenance issues that regularly close down the highway.
    Hannah Wiley, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of regularly
Adverb
  • During that stretch, Nvidia fell into a correction , usually defined as a retreat of 10% or more from a recent high or a record close.
    Sean Conlon, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
  • In most cases what sets the basis for a peacefully cohabitation is usually their introduction, which must be carried out slowly and mindfully.
    Maria Azzurra Volpe, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of usually
Adverb
  • Earlier this month, General Motors CEO Mary Barra said Trump listens intently to the automotive industry, according to the Detroit Free Press.
    Ray Lewis, Baltimore Sun, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Blue Jays and Dodgers are considered longer shots, though the Jays were willing to match the Dodgers’ bid for Ohtani last offseason, and seem to be just as intently focused on Soto.
    Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of intently
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