conflicting
adjective
con·flict·ing
kən-ˈflik-tiŋ 
ˈkän-ˌflik-
: being in conflict, collision, or opposition : incompatible
conflicting theories
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conflicting reports from the witnesses at the scene
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Justin Vigil Zuniga, Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
At the time, group members were uncooperative and gave conflicting testimony, according to Colton Police Sgt.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Various surveys have produced conflicting results about Arizona's favorite Super Bowl snack over the years.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 5 Feb. 2026
There have been conflicting reports, including from law enforcement, as to who was last to see Nancy Guthrie.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 5 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for conflicting
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“Conflicting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conflicting. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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