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once-reliable

 

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Once-Reliable

Description

The term "once-reliable" refers to something that was dependable or trustworthy at a previous point in time but may not be as reliable currently. It suggests a decline in reliability.

Examples

Adjective:

  1. The once-reliable car broke down on the way to work, causing him to be late.
  2. She used to be a once-reliable employee, never missing a deadline, but lately, her performance has been inconsistent.

Noun:

  1. The product's reputation as a once-reliable household item has been tarnished by numerous complaints from dissatisfied customers.
  2. Once-reliable sources of news are now facing credibility issues due to the spread of misinformation.

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