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stabilize

[stey-buh-lahyz] / ˈsteɪ bəˌlaɪz /
VERB
make or keep in steady state; make resistant to change
Synonyms
STRONGEST
balance fix maintain preserve secure steady sustain
STRONG
ballast bolt brace buttress counterbalance counterpoise equalize fasten firm freeze ossify poise prop set settle stiffen support uphold
WEAK
firm up stabilitate
Antonyms
STRONGEST
destroy forget hurt ignore neglect
STRONG
drop fall let down let go liquefy loosen melt open release soften unfasten unlock weaken
WEAK
change shake vary wobble

Example Sentences

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His mission as head of the college was to stabilize finances.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The surge in deductions temporarily pushes corporate tax payments down, before the pattern smooths and corporate tax revenues stabilize over time.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

On one channel, the war is a high-stakes effort to stabilize a critical artery of the global economy.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Beijing’s support could help stabilize sentiment in formula, nutrition, and baby-care categories that have been shrinking with the birthrate.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Nevertheless, unless Dr. Leale could stabilize him immediately, Lincoln would die within a few minutes.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson