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
But such observations can be subtle or inconsistent, and may not be present at all, Northwestern said.
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Adam Harrington, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Both men, who asked that their names not be published for fear of retribution, described the work as rushed and inconsistent.
—Aarne Heikkila, NBC news, 14 May 2026
Minnesota entered the game with a formidable 21 points, albeit with an inconsistent home record.
—Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Although garbage collection rates are high, segregation at the source is inconsistent, and waste that is collected is not adequately processed in all states.
—Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
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Adam Harrington, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Both men, who asked that their names not be published for fear of retribution, described the work as rushed and inconsistent.
—Aarne Heikkila, NBC news, 14 May 2026
Minnesota entered the game with a formidable 21 points, albeit with an inconsistent home record.
—Braidon Nourse, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
Although garbage collection rates are high, segregation at the source is inconsistent, and waste that is collected is not adequately processed in all states.
—Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsistent
Adjective
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Poor communication between teams pursuing conflicting goals, actions that contradict core objectives, failing oversight and any number of other wire-crossings can have serious consequences.—
Paul Fitzgerald,
Rolling Stone,
14 May 2026
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Both the union and company have made conflicting statements since then, saying the other has refused to meet.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Everything is imperfect and volatile.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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Gas and oil prices have been rising but volatile since the conflict began.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
17 May 2026
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That's difficult because oncology is among the most expensive and unpredictable areas of healthcare, with high drug costs and the fragmented care that attracted the company's attention in the first place.—
Ellen Sheng,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Produced by Kunal Kemmu and Chirag Nihalani through their Drongo Films banner, Vibe centers on two inseparable friends whose ordinary, unassuming lives spiral into an unpredictable, high-energy adventure that pushes their survival instincts and friendship to the limit.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Why Sorting Laundry Was Traditionally Important Before advances in fabric manufacturing, many dyes were unstable.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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While highly energetic, these ions are unstable.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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“Inconsistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsistent. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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