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steadily
[ sted-i-lee ]
adverb
- in a way that moves constantly and at an even pace or in the same direction:
My dedication and commitment to teaching are proven by my steadily increasing student evaluation scores.
Despite numerous legislative attempts to constrain spending over the past 40 years, the deficit problem has marched steadily on.
- in a continuous, uniform way:
It rained steadily all day yesterday and by evening the river was almost overflowing.
- in a calm, fixed, or unwavering way:
He just stood there, holding his ground and gazing steadily at her, into those dark eyes.
- in a firm, stable way:
Binoculars with larger magnification tend to be overly bulky and difficult to hold steadily.
- in a determined, persevering, or resolute way:
She told him, “Seek peace of mind and hold steadily to your faith.”
Other 51Թ Forms
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51Թ History and Origins
Origin of steadily1
Example Sentences
Meanwhile, Meester and her husband, 45, have both continued to work steadily, often in independent films or as supporting characters in larger projects.
Optimism that public opinion would sway their government’s leaders on matters of war and peace had been steadily crushed while carnage in Southeast Asia continued.
"We will have less policing capacity and capability at a time when demand has been steadily increasing," the commissioner writes.
Historically, efforts to eradicate screwworm populations moved steadily south as soon as it was eliminated from the U.S.
The colt is steadily improving, and trainer John Shirreffs is known as a trainer who does not run unless the horse is ready.
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