STABILIZE Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

stabilize

verb

Definition of stabilize

as in to plateau

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as in to freeze

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Recent Examples of stabilize Investors are laser focused on whether the company can stabilize performance there without pressuring profitability given the fierce competition. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2026 His long tusks were pale white; the bottoms of his feet splayed out wide under his skinny legs, the better to stabilize on sand. — Samantha Falewée, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026 There were numerous evacuations nearby, including a school, and several blocks of Midtown were shut down while crews worked to stabilize the building. — Aziza Shuler, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 Research suggests compounds in cloves may support liver health and help stabilize blood sugar levels. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stabilize

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Verb

Broadcom’s Tan cautioned that demand for computing infrastructure could slow if the adoption of advanced AI models disappoints or improvements in their capabilities begin to plateau.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026
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

Definition of plateau

Verb

Ice•ology trays use a slow-freezing process designed to separate impurities and air bubbles from the ice, creating crystal-clear cubes that elevate cocktails, mocktails and everyday beverages.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Barnes is cold-based, and thus frozen directly onto the bedrock beneath it, which prevents it from sliding.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of freeze

Verb

Just three plays later, Madsen connected with junior wideout Cam Bates for a 6-yard touchdown and a 17-10 lead that set the groundwork for Boise State to run away with the game.

— Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 25 Oct. 2026
This comes after Toney also already set the school record for single-game receiving yards in the season opener against Stanford.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of set

Verb

And while Buffalo and Jacksonville can use the break to rest and recharge, fans in Washington and Los Angeles are hoping a week away might somehow fix what’s gone wrong.

— Andy Scholes, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026
Tyler is still on the hook to help fix outstanding problems at the treasurer’s office involving property tax revenue payouts and distribution reports to local governments across the county, and pay out refunds to taxpayers.

— A.D. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

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