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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
The real problem with Jessica, however, is how incoherent her motivation is.
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Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
Interesting times can be incoherent.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026
What at first seemed like incoherent screaming matches suddenly revealed something psychologically deeper and anthropologically much more interesting.
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
In the decades since Koren’s first warnings concerning codeine and breast milk, public-health authorities and patient-advocacy services have issued guidance to new mothers that ranges from scientifically incoherent to potentially dangerous.
—Ben Taub, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
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Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
Interesting times can be incoherent.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2026
What at first seemed like incoherent screaming matches suddenly revealed something psychologically deeper and anthropologically much more interesting.
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
In the decades since Koren’s first warnings concerning codeine and breast milk, public-health authorities and patient-advocacy services have issued guidance to new mothers that ranges from scientifically incoherent to potentially dangerous.
—Ben Taub, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incoherent
Adjective
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That’s a confusing concept for the everyday consumer, Goodson added.—
Natalie Bennett,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
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There’s so much content on the internet about it, and wading through it all can feel confusing.—
Ayana Underwood,
Outside,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Ogden noted the team usually eats lunch together, while others said there’s always a loose vibe away from basketball.—
Colby Gordon,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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Experts recommend placing valuables in zippered pockets inside a bag rather than loose in bins to reduce theft or forgetfulness.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Horned Frogs are undersized at guard and in the frontcourt, their offense can often be inconsistent with its ability to shoot from outside, and the rotation really goes only about seven deep.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Mar. 2026
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But immigration lawyers say the Department of Homeland Security’s adherence to that limit has been wildly inconsistent over the past year.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
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Pareja was unable to bring his young squad up to the levels that were expected, with the offseason roster turnover contributing to the disjointed performances.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Mar. 2026
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The partnership lasted 45 disjointed minutes, Vyner making way for Ollie Rathbone, who had been rested due to a groin issue.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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The horse is very confused by your utter lack of consideration as to the consequences.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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Late last year, Walsh told the Tribune the government’s move to press charges had left her shocked and confused.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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What made the situation especially frustrating was that there appeared to be plenty of space on the playground and along the hiking trails.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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But sports games are likely to be moved elsewhere for much of the spring season, frustrating the parents of over 2,000 kids registered in baseball and softball leagues at Welles Park Parent Association, a volunteer organization for youth baseball and softball.—
Laura Turbay,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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In that sense, the content lives to its title as a collection of larger-than-life bizarre elements.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
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Minutes before his interview started, Cutler, alone in the interview room, had done something completely bizarre.—
Marcelena Spencer,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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The government thinks this is absurd.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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The movie is also surreal, absurd and crowd-pleasingly funny.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Incoherent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incoherent. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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