steadying

present participle of steady

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for steadying
Verb
  • Many aspects of the physics underlying GRBs remain enigmatic—but Rubin’s potential for discovering entirely new types of transients could soon offer astronomers a wealth of additional cosmic mysteries to solve.
    Clara Moskowitz, Scientific American, 1 July 2026
  • Leisure and hospitality added just 2,000 positions, continuing a slow year for an industry seen as an indicator of underlying consumer demand.
    Jeff Cox, CNBC, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Gifford had to have a follow-up hip surgery after sustaining a fracture from being too physically active in her condition, People noted.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 30 June 2026
  • The training package included in the contract is expected to prepare Polish crews and technical personnel for operating and sustaining the new fleet over its service life.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • These acquisitions are crucial for bolstering the Yankees' rotation.
    Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • Their coupling instantly captured the attention and hearts of fans around the world, and Swift’s presence at Chiefs games was even credited with bolstering female interest in NFL football.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • Demonstrators express frustration Protesters marching through Johannesburg’s city center Tuesday included young men carrying traditional fighting sticks and women of all ages.
    Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • Dark figures were darting through the shadows—Germans were carrying sacks and pillows to their building.
    Vasily Grossman, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026
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“Steadying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/steadying. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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