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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
Her steering wheel, bent and broken, could indicate that Silkwood braced her arms as the impact occurred -- inconsistent with someone being unconscious at the time.
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Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024
The image is a fabrication that uses the magazine's branding to mislead and includes elements inconsistent with genuine front pages created by the publication.
—Andre Byik, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
In addition to the situation with Bieber, the Guardians could not count on Triston McKenzie, who was inconsistent early in the season.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Forbes was later benched in his rookie season and had an inconsistent year at best.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
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Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024
The image is a fabrication that uses the magazine's branding to mislead and includes elements inconsistent with genuine front pages created by the publication.
—Andre Byik, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
In addition to the situation with Bieber, the Guardians could not count on Triston McKenzie, who was inconsistent early in the season.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Forbes was later benched in his rookie season and had an inconsistent year at best.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsistent
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While states do have laws of their own regarding the use of drones, the FAA's regulations tend to reign supreme and may even supersede any other conflicting rules.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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However, unlike Belichick’s situation, there are some conflicting reports going on.Scott Thompson, Fox News, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Declare label — which comes on 20 of Moore & Giles’ collections — also outlines life expectancy and end-life options for the leather, as well as origin and volatile organic compounds (VOC) off-gassing.Jennifer Bringle, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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Still, food price growth is notoriously volatile and many factors that determine costs are often outside the government's control.Rob Wile, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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However, logistical challenges, such as unpredictable weather, play a role in these considerations.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Lofoten mountain biking trails Though known for unpredictable weather year-round, the islands are driest May through August and get drenched in October.Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
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According to Gregory, fluctuating temperatures in the area has caused all ice surfaces to be unstable.Dawn Sawyer, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement By any measure, the immediate future of Syria will be an unstable and potentially violent melange of competing groups, intense jockeying for power and settling of scores.Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Inconsistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsistent. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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