conflicting
adjective
con·flict·ing
kən-ˈflik-tiŋ 
: being in conflict, collision, or opposition : incompatible
conflicting theories
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Examples of conflicting in a Sentence
conflicting reports from the witnesses at the scene
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The case has been criticized due to allegations of trial misconduct, including conflicting testimony, withheld evidence and potential juror bias, USA TODAY reported.
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Chris Mueller, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
While there is some conflicting evidence, research shows several reasons why milk products may support heart health, such as dairy's nutritious mineral content.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Health, 24 Jan. 2025
As the potential cease-fire agreement neared, the news was a whirlwind of conflicting reports.
—Amal Murtaja, TIME, 24 Jan. 2025
What seems like a straightforward decision at first glance quickly turns into serial meetings, product comparisons and conflicting priorities.
—Runki Goswami, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
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Chris Mueller, USA TODAY, 29 Jan. 2025
While there is some conflicting evidence, research shows several reasons why milk products may support heart health, such as dairy's nutritious mineral content.
—Christina Manian, Rdn, Health, 24 Jan. 2025
As the potential cease-fire agreement neared, the news was a whirlwind of conflicting reports.
—Amal Murtaja, TIME, 24 Jan. 2025
What seems like a straightforward decision at first glance quickly turns into serial meetings, product comparisons and conflicting priorities.
—Runki Goswami, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Conflicting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conflicting. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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