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dependability

[dih-pen-duh-bil-i-tee] / dɪˌpɛn dəˈbɪl ɪ ti /






NOUN
infallibility
Synonyms












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“With LTL, shippers get cost-effective freight shipping while still benefiting from the real-time tracking and dependability they expect from Amazon.”

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In his 20s, he worked as a pianist in recording studios and acquired a reputation for dependability as an arranger.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

“His versatility and dependability were also signature parts of his career. Through that, he continued to serve as inspiration for many other players, defining what it meant to be a great teammate, competitor and winner.”

From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2024

"Sharif's supporters will hope his narrative of stability, experience, and dependability will get him votes- and also make the army comfortable with him, or at least comfortable with his party," says Mr Kugelman.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2024

Your father's days of dependability are now passing.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro




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