as in responsible
worthy of one's trust
I need a reliable car that's not going to break down constantly
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Recent Examples of reliable
Her role may diminish with star guard Marina Mabrey set to return from a knee injury, but Hartley has proven herself a reliable option to run point.
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Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 July 2025
The veteran righty is reliable and putting together an excellent season in Arizona.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Playful, full of motion, and the perfect way to show off your legs, mini dresses are always a reliable summer dress option for nights out in Europe.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2025
No recurring fees, no subscriptions—just reliable, private storage that works across all your devices for $199.99 (Reg. $810).
—PC Magazine, 19 July 2025
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Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 July 2025
The veteran righty is reliable and putting together an excellent season in Arizona.
—Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 July 2025
Playful, full of motion, and the perfect way to show off your legs, mini dresses are always a reliable summer dress option for nights out in Europe.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2025
No recurring fees, no subscriptions—just reliable, private storage that works across all your devices for $199.99 (Reg. $810).
—PC Magazine, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reliable
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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As the heat in Michigan begins to climb, here are ways to keep yours pets cool: How can keep my dog safe in the heat?—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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This was certainly true of the Mets last summer when Taylor played his way into the lineup more consistently than Harrison Bader.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
26 July 2025
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This rings especially true for me, a vegetarian for nearly two decades.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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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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Heretofore, Raleigh’s best homer-hitting season was 34 in 2024.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Its adjustable cords allow for subtle resistance changes, and the arched legs keep everything steady.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Prince Ali envisions steady growth over the next decade.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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Murders are not the only dependable thing on the set of Only Murders in the Building.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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Coffee Cycle founder Chris O’Brien, a former barista for Bird Rock Coffee Roasters, helps train Cup of Bloom employees to make a dependable brew.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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These meteors are relatively faint, without persistent trains or fireballs, but there will be solid chances of seeing this shower during the early morning hours this year.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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Yeah, that’s because Danny is a really nice, solid guy who usually has everyone’s back.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Some analysts have argued the GENIUS Act could make stablecoins a more trustworthy option among new investors, as stablecoins account for a potential $238 billion market, according to CoinDesk.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Researchers found participants were significantly more likely to choose the bearded faces as trustworthy.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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“Reliable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reliable. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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