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as in confusing
not clearly or logically connected
the thriller's incoherent plot left movie audiences wondering who did what
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as in loose
consisting of particles that do not stick together
a driveway covered with incoherent gravel
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Recent Examples of incoherent
Glyfada—a seaside suburb of shopping malls and incoherent apartment blocks—is none of that.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
That seems to be the tonally incoherent concept behind Rupert Goold’s new screen-to-stage production, an appalling near-disaster that opened at the August Wilson Theatre March 30.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Callahan said Robbins was too incoherent to play.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Featuring incoherent lyrics accompanied by experimental guitar riffs and hardcore drum fills, it was recorded in San Antonio without the Matthews brothers, reportedly because of a physical altercation between the brothers and Haynes.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026
That seems to be the tonally incoherent concept behind Rupert Goold’s new screen-to-stage production, an appalling near-disaster that opened at the August Wilson Theatre March 30.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Callahan said Robbins was too incoherent to play.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
Featuring incoherent lyrics accompanied by experimental guitar riffs and hardcore drum fills, it was recorded in San Antonio without the Matthews brothers, reportedly because of a physical altercation between the brothers and Haynes.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incoherent
Adjective
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As if aware that things are about to get confusing for the audience, writer-director Ritchie throws plenty of narration at us early on, emanating from Rachel Wild (Eiza Gonzalez), the sort of ultra-confident lawyer who clearly dresses for success.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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When your content is confusing, emotionally charged without context or starts zigzagging into areas that feel off-brand, trust falls apart.—
Claire Bahn,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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During an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show, the actress, 79, wore a loose blouse and loafers with a pair of pinstripe slacks, which added a posh twist to her look.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you’re not caught outside.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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The inconsistent role wreaked havoc with his shot.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Approval processes often depend on manual back-and-forth, while visibility beyond tier one suppliers is inconsistent at best.—
Alex Saric,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Separate the Space The lower yard and upper yard are separated by a short gate, which allows for distinctly different feels between the two areas without feeling chaotic or disjointed.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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Chelsea have become a terrible team without the ball, their disjointed attacking press compounded by a startlingly porous midfield and defenders prone to fairly frequent individual errors.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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Indeed, Mary Hartman was a confused—and confusing—protagonist for a country in the midst of second-wave feminism.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Lawsuits have been filed in response and some, including Cassidy and Fleming, warn the move is leaving voters confused.—
Gaby Vinick,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Few things are more frustrating than a disruptive night’s sleep.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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This scenario deprives producers, sales agents, and distributors of global monetization opportunities across all types of films, while frustrating audiences who discover these titles but can’t watch them.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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That is pretty bizarre, given how fantastic both atmospheres have been throughout the playoffs.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Rather than representing a bizarre evolutionary innovation unique to salamanders, regeneration may actually reflect an ancient trait that many vertebrates once possessed more broadly.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Unfortunately, in life, there are few greater certainties than eventual statistical regression to the mean; the Broncos are primed for it, after winning an absurd amount of one-score games.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
15 May 2026
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The Daily Show making fun of two absurd AI start-ups designed by losers to cater to a loser clientele.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
15 May 2026
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“Incoherent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incoherent. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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