STABILIZE Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

stabilize

verb

Definition of stabilize

as in to plateau

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plateau

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as in to freeze

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Recent Examples of stabilize Governments typically use sovereign wealth funds to stabilize budgets, save money for the future or seek long-term financial returns. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026 The plot beneath the tower is owned by the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, the college on Astor Place that is attempting to stabilize its own finances after facing down an extinction-level event several years ago. — Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 7 Oct. 2026 While Marine Le Pen’s right-wing National Rally recently proposed substantial spending cuts meant to stabilize the public finances, her party also remains committed to costly tax reductions, Kenningham said. — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026 The Lakers expect Looney to stabilize the team during the inevitable rocky periods of the season. — Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stabilize

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Siegel also points out that people eventually plateau on GLP-1 medications for weight management, whatever the form.

— Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 30 Sep. 2026
As efforts to hold Combs accountable began to plateau, the hope for a broader reckoning within the music industry similarly petered out.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of plateau

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And scaling Everest to above 8,000 meters and bringing down a body that has been frozen in ice for three decades will push any team to its limit.

— Helen Regan, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026
This Mexican restaurant in Clearfork is known for its brisket tacos and strong drinks – their froze with rose and vodka has a two-drink limit.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026

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The signature restaurant, Le Pressoir d’Argent, is a stunner with a rocaille decor (seashells set into elaborate plaster moldings) and a sublime seafood menu.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2026
Its slate pairs four features, all set for release in 2027, with three long-form TV dramas at various stages of production.

— Ophélie Surcouf, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026

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