as in inconsistent
not being in agreement or harmony
that is inconsonant with established judicial tradition
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Debra Shore, a former administrator of the EPA’s Midwestern office who lives part time in Michigan City, said the federal proposal could create inconsistent protections throughout the Great Lakes — notably neighboring states like Indiana and Illinois.—
Christiana Freitag,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026 -
The zipper merge also helps vehicles avoid coming to a complete stop, which can lead to sudden lane switching, inconsistent driving speeds that cause crashes, long back-ups and road rage.—
Rashad Alexander,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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Activists and school officials offered conflicting accounts of how the police raid unfolded, with administrators claiming that the protest had turned violent after prolonged efforts to end it peacefully—a characterization that student protesters strongly disputed.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
9 June 2026
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The case has generated widespread attention far beyond North Texas, fueled by conflicting accounts of the confrontation, Anthony's self-defense claim and extensive discussion on social media.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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“Inconsonant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsonant. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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