Definition of consistencynext
as in consistence
the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing beat the egg whites until they take on the consistency of whipped cream

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Recent Examples of consistency The researchers linked molecules from a viscous oil and a gas to produce a new variation of this polymer, resulting in a transparent, moldable goo with a consistency similar to Blu Tack. — New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2026 So great players, great play-caller, consistency and continuity in one scheme over time usually equals success. — ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026 June 21 – July 22 Someone’s consistency may matter more than their emotional delivery today. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026 Both teams struggled at times to generate consistency with their passing attacks. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consistency
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consistence
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  • These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The league hasn’t seen this level of consistence performance on both ends of the floor since the Golden State Warriors from 2014-2017.
    — Tom Rende, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025

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“Consistency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consistency. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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