Stabilize

usgb/ˈsteɪbəlaɪz/
verb

To make something become steady and not change.

The doctor is trying to stabilize the patient's condition.
Visual representation of "stabilize" - To make something become steady and not change

Often appears as...

  • stabilize the situation
  • stabilize the economy
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Emergency Use

In medical or urgent situations, 'stabilize' implies preventing further harm.

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Paramedics worked fast to stabilize the wounded.
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Control Effort

When used with 'situation' or 'economy,' it often means control or management efforts.

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The government took steps to stabilize the economy.
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