1
as in conflicting
not being in agreement or harmony
inconsistent theories make it difficult to settle on one explanation
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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
an inconsistent breeze was our only relief from the heat
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Recent Examples of inconsistent
Democrats, however, have long opposed such measures as inconsistent with the program's aims, given the potential administrative burden and the likelihood that many deserving enrollees could lose out on coverage.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
Busch's team, Richard Childress Racing, has also struggled with inconsistent finishes, leading many to speculate that the NASCAR veteran has been considering retirement.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
His current form may be inconsistent at best, but Finau believes the best results of his career are still ahead of him.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
Last season, Wright started Game 5 of Miami’s playoff series against the Celtics after inconsistent minutes following his trade from the Wizards.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
Busch's team, Richard Childress Racing, has also struggled with inconsistent finishes, leading many to speculate that the NASCAR veteran has been considering retirement.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
His current form may be inconsistent at best, but Finau believes the best results of his career are still ahead of him.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
Last season, Wright started Game 5 of Miami’s playoff series against the Celtics after inconsistent minutes following his trade from the Wizards.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsistent
Adjective
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These are two starkly conflicting therapeutic pieces of advice.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The tallest sediment stack The mystery of Mars’ missing carbon stems from two seemingly conflicting results.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 Apr. 2025
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But her life is unexpectedly upended by the arrival of a new student in her class: her charming but volatile younger brother Merritt.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2025
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In volatile markets, that can be the difference between burning capital and building advantage.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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The source said Republicans view Powell as an important pillar of stability in the U.S. economy amid Trump’s unpredictable tariff war against foreign trading partners, including allies such as Canada, Japan, South Korean and Taiwan.—
Alexander Bolton,
The Hill,
22 Apr. 2025
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Understanding regional industry nuances and navigating unpredictable sales cycles are as critical as technological advancement.—
Jamil Wyne,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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But the reality is that everyone feels the heat when life is unstable—even therapists.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
14 Apr. 2025
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Finally, the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act says that schools must enroll and educate students who are with unstable living situations, including migrants, without discrimination.—
Brian Boggs,
The Conversation,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Inconsistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsistent. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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