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inconsistent

[in-kuhn-sis-tuhnt] / ˌɪn kənˈsɪs tənt /


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While simple, this technique is inconsistent and limited to very small areas, typically around ten square micrometers, which is not suitable for real-world devices.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

In an interview after the verdict was read, one juror said Zuckerberg’s answers came across as inconsistent and “didn’t sit well” with the jury.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

The answers, when they came, were partial or inconsistent.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

Demand for vPro has been inconsistent, Mainelli said, but now he sees more interest “because it’s addressing a lot of the challenges that IT faces around manageability and security.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

Though some psi studies continue today, most major universities have ended their programs due to inconsistent findings, lack of usefulness, or outright fraud.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock