as in inconsistent
not being in agreement or harmony
conflicting reports from the witnesses at the scene
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as in clashing
to be out of harmony or agreement usually noticeably
his statement conflicts with the facts, as given in the police report
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Recent Examples of conflicting
Big Think, 13 Oct. 2025
Skubal, more than anyone, juggled conflicting emotions.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
The findings on the effect of treatment duration and age on berberine efficacy are conflicting.
—Trang Tran, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
There were a lot of conflicting anecdotes.
—Big Think, 13 Oct. 2025
Skubal, more than anyone, juggled conflicting emotions.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
The deadlock in Congress stems from conflicting spending plans, with Republicans pushing for a clean bill, while Democrats have conditioned their support on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
The findings on the effect of treatment duration and age on berberine efficacy are conflicting.
—Trang Tran, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflicting
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But beyond that familiar advice, dietary guidance has long been vague and inconsistent.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
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The two entities have a history of clashing over differences.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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Since the ceasefire took effect, armed members of the group have already redeployed in parts of the strip, clashing with other groups and clans opposing it.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
14 Oct. 2025
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Richardson’s injury wasn’t the only unusual pregame incident the Colts experienced, with cornerback Charvarius Ward sustaining a concussion after colliding with a teammate during warmups.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
13 Oct. 2025
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Avoid an acid overload of tart and tangy (pickles and citrus), a bold flavor competition, sweet and funky flavors colliding (fruity jams and aged cheeses), and a clash of spicy meats and cheeses with delicate fruits and accompaniments.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Conflicting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflicting. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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