"a steady beat"
"a steady job"
"a steady breeze"
"a steady increase"
"a good steady ballplayer"

"stocks are still firm"

"held the ladder steady"

"firm convictions"
"a firm mouth"
"steadfast resolve"
"a man of unbendable perseverence"
"unwavering loyalty"

"a regular customer"
"a steady drinker"

"steady nerves"

"he could still walk steadily"

"steady yourself"

"brace your elbows while working on the potter's wheel"