stabilize
verb (used with object)
to make or hold stable, firm, or steadfast.
stabilizing
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present participleof stabilize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, its life sciences segment is stabilizing from a recent downturn and should turn into a growth avenue around 2027, she says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
The researchers addressed that problem by making the qubits' surrounding environment itself responsible for producing and stabilizing entanglement.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026
A second economic support is that Japan’s labor market is stabilizing “and potentially starting to strengthen,” he says.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 26, 2026
Tai chi strengthens the lower-body and builds postural and core muscles — the body’s deep stabilizing muscles — though it does so gently, over time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
As he was inside stabilizing it, he heard another helicopter approach.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
