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 dependable
This is a great pick for people who want a straightforward, dependable trampoline without a lot of extra setup or bulk.
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Jordan Galloway, SELF, 15 July 2025
There are certain areas that are not as strong or as dependable as others, but the defense has improved by wide miles from the team that O’Connell had in his first season in 2022.
—Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The new approach enables us to direct capital toward countries with dependable trade agreements and stable domestic markets.
—Jeffrey Bartel, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Draper’s own forehand was misfiring, while his backhand—the dependable shot of his younger self—lacked the power to disturb someone in Čilić’s frame of mind.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
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Jordan Galloway, SELF, 15 July 2025
There are certain areas that are not as strong or as dependable as others, but the defense has improved by wide miles from the team that O’Connell had in his first season in 2022.
—Steve Silverman, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
The new approach enables us to direct capital toward countries with dependable trade agreements and stable domestic markets.
—Jeffrey Bartel, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Draper’s own forehand was misfiring, while his backhand—the dependable shot of his younger self—lacked the power to disturb someone in Čilić’s frame of mind.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dependable
Adjective
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By the time Osbourne returned to Milwaukee for a March 5, 1984, concert at the Arena, his concerts had a reliable opening act: protesters outside the venue, criticizing Osbourne and rockers like him for performing the devil's music.—
Chris Foran,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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One of his key issues remains securing clean, reliable water supplies for rural and tribal communities in need.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Today, over 3 in 5 cannabis consumers are aware of terpenes: organic compounds present in plants, fungi and cannabis, and are responsible for distinct scents, flavors and therapeutic effects.—
Peter Su,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
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Local governments are responsible for issuing evacuation orders, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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The performance itself begins at 7:20 p.m., followed by an after-party at 9 p.m. Event organizers encourage rideshare for a safe and carefree experience, though free parking is available across the street from the venue at 6101 Highland Campus Dr. Building 3000.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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The lesson of Lilith Fair — that women artists could have their own stage on which to perform and feel safe — will be front and centre as the Canadian documentary launches in Toronto.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
24 July 2025
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Chef-owner Miguel Angel Jimenez is well worth consulting for the night’s specials and a wine from the impressively deep good list.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The latter song was shortlisted for an Oscar for best original song late last year, but wasn’t nominated.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
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“Dependable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dependable. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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