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
  • Both continuously argued Trump was a threat to democracy and shouldn’t be qualified to return to office.
    Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Editor’s note: This story will be continuously updated.
    Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of continuously
Adverb
  • While Otter surely filled his dance card for years, choosing whom to dance with proved very challenging.
    John Tamny, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Additionally, the second part of Wicked, now subtitled, For Good, is set to hit theaters on Nov. 21, which will surely mean another global press tour.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of surely
Adverb
  • 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
  • Davis, who frequently appears on Steve Bannon’s War Room web show, has played a crucial role in leading a grassroots effort to see Hegseth confirmed after multiple scandals have plagued the nominee’s confirmation prospects since the former Marine and news personality was nominated.
    Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 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
  • There were regular parties during college football and basketball season at his house, often alternating with my home.
    Tim Kiska, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of often
Adverb
  • Critics accused Trump of inciting the riot by repeatedly claiming the election had been stolen, despite a lack of any evidence.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
  • McElroy, a liberal ally of Pope Francis, was announced as the next archbishop two weeks before the inauguration of Trump, whom both McElroy and Francis have repeatedly criticized.
    Conor Murray, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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
  • But flying in December — when air travel records are regularly broken — definitely isn’t for the faint of heart.
    Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of regularly
Adverb
  • Thanks to millions of viewers and a ton of press coverage, that set is on the rise in one of the largest music markets in the world—one that isn’t usually associated with American football.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Both positions are some of the lowest-paid in the district, usually with yearly salaries of less than $50,000.
    Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2025
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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