steadying

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In a speech aimed at steadying his tottering premiership on Monday, Sir Keir said "incremental change won't cut it" as he promised to "face up to the big challenges" the country faced.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

But the latest earnings from the information-services company look to be steadying investors’ nerves.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

By Sunday, it becomes something quieter: nourishment for the week ahead, a small, steadying balm against the Sunday scaries.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Property website Rightmove said U.K. house prices in February were virtually flat on month as a high choice of homes for sale and steadying buyer activity prevented a rise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Esperanza reached out and grabbed his arm, steadying him.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro