1
as in conflicting
not being in agreement or harmony
inconsistent theories make it difficult to settle on one explanation
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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
an inconsistent breeze was our only relief from the heat
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Recent Examples of inconsistent
Despite spending over $20,000 on clinics from Texas to the United Kingdom, the results were inconsistent, and the side effects were severe.
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Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 14 June 2025
Gotta wonder what this game would have been like had Bailey been catching for the giants - likely would have framed even more strikes in the weird and inconsistent strike zone, not to mention making that play from the great throw from rigiht field.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 14 June 2025
With this reality in mind, any trades or acquisitions the Sky make to offset Vandersloot’s absence must prioritize the team’s greatest weaknesses — the inconsistent perimeter defense — not attempt to replicate her production.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
The Royals’ offense has been inconsistent this season.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2025
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Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 14 June 2025
Gotta wonder what this game would have been like had Bailey been catching for the giants - likely would have framed even more strikes in the weird and inconsistent strike zone, not to mention making that play from the great throw from rigiht field.
—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 14 June 2025
With this reality in mind, any trades or acquisitions the Sky make to offset Vandersloot’s absence must prioritize the team’s greatest weaknesses — the inconsistent perimeter defense — not attempt to replicate her production.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2025
The Royals’ offense has been inconsistent this season.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsistent
Adjective
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This has led to several conflicting interests between the for-profit arm and the nonprofit board as the company tries to commercialize its products.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
20 June 2025
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Unlike city ordinances that may create conflicting regional regulations, statewide standards provide consistency and sustainability that both drivers and platforms need.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2025
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But make no mistake: the situation remains extremely volatile.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Israel’s strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliation, which appeared to catch many world leaders unawares, is the latest sign of a more volatile world.—
Rob Gillies,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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Each response is a surprise, tapping into the psychological principle of intermittent reinforcement, famously demonstrated by psychologist B.F. Skinner, where unpredictable rewards significantly amplify behaviors, much like gambling addiction.—
Curt Steinhorst,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Listen to this article CROMWELL — The language is filled with quotes to suggest how difficult the game of golf has always been: Frustrating, humbling, unpredictable.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2025
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Because the Sun’s magnetic field is especially unstable and dynamic near the solar poles, particularly the south pole, a good, hard look can pay dividends that will protect us here on Earth.—
David Szondy
June 15,
New Atlas,
15 June 2025
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The lawsuit alleges Saffold was unstable during the procedure, and the anesthesiologist and nurse failed to give him proper medical intervention to save his life.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2025
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“Inconsistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsistent. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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