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Not shakable
Answer for the clue "Not shakable ", 11 letters:
unfaltering
Word definitions for unfaltering in dictionaries
Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
1660s, from un- (1) "not" + present participle of falter (v.). Related: Unfalteringly .
Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English
Word definitions in Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English
adjective EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES ▪ unfaltering loyalty EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS ▪ Press, and out comes an unfaltering milky flow. ▪ With unfaltering confidence the barman identified the knife from Linley's pond as his lemon-cutting knife.
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
a. Without faltering, continuous, steadfast.
WordNet
Word definitions in WordNet
adj. marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable; "firm convictions"; "a firm mouth"; "steadfast resolve"; "a man of unbendable perseverence"; "unwavering loyalty" [syn: firm , steadfast , steady , unbendable , unshakable , unwavering ]
Usage examples of unfaltering.
He was evidently proud of his unfaltering prowess and, when met with encouragement, waxed gleeful and openly suggestive on the subject of his abilities, especially when a young, winsome maid caught his eye and he gave himself over to his boastful tendencies.
If we seek the enkindling fire and the moral elevation of high principle and profound conviction and resolute courage, we find a never-ceasing inspiration in the unfaltering earnestness and imperishable deeds of the Pilgrim Fathers.
Then the sounds of his feet on the stairs, and the light of the minuterie failed abruptly, leaving Wyatt in his doorway clutching at its frame, while the steps disappeared below unfaltering in the darkness.
One must go where the unfaltering spirit goes, there must be no baulking the issue, because of fear.