Dependable
Dependable adjective - Worthy of one's trust.
Original and dependable are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Original" instead an adjective "Dependable".
Original
Original adjective - Coming before all others in time or order.
Dependable and original are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dependable" instead an adjective "Original".
Both words in one sentence
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In The Hunger Games, Katniss' original choice was not between a Gentleman and a Scoundrel, as they were both dependable people.
Source: The Gentleman or the Scoundrel -
Star Trek: The Original Series, especially in the early episodes, frequently played up the idea that Kirk (or any Starfleet captain) was obliged to make sure the crew perceived him this way—seeing him as always unflappable and dependable, to ensure order on board ship.
Source: Standardized Leader
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