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In literature, the word dependable is frequently employed to evoke a sense of unwavering trust and reliable constancy, whether describing a person, object, or even a sensation. It is used to depict characters whose steadfast nature underpins the narrative, as when someone is lauded for being "ever-dependable" [1] or when a figure is admired for being "trustworthy; to be dependable" [2]. The term also transcends human attributes, extending to environments and systems—from military operations where snipers are among the "most dependable" forces [3] to practical everyday matters like a consistent food supply [4] or water recharge capabilities [5]. In some instances, dependable conveys a subtler nuance, such as in the illustration of a persistent, "dependable ache" [6] that underscores a physical or emotional state. This versatility enriches literary expression, reinforcing themes of reliability, consistency, and trustworthiness across diverse contexts.
  1. And I was in a quandary, until I thought of the ever-dependable Benson.
    — from The Man Who Couldn't Sleep by Arthur Stringer
  2. "It is a great thing to be trustworthy; to be dependable," said Mr. Norton.
    — from The Boy Scouts of Bob's HillA Sequel to 'The Bob's Hill Braves' by Charles Pierce Burton
  3. Offensive Operations: Sniping: Snipers constitute one of the most dependable and productive agencies of attrition.
    — from Military Instructors Manual by J. P. (James Perry) Cole
  4. They have a dependable food supply and live in one spot for generations.
    — from Indians of the Mesa Verde by Don Watson
  5. We have the most dependable water recharge in the nation and we have the physical space for the units.
    — from The Thirst Quenchers by Rick Raphael
  6. It had developed into a nice, dependable ache that had spread all over the side of his head.
    — from Pagan Passions by Randall Garrett

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