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inconsistent

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


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Brought in to be Plum’s partner in the backcourt, Atkins has had an inconsistent offensive season, with career-low scoring and shooting numbers.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 11, 2026

"They also confirmed that the shots came from the sides, not from the front, which is inconsistent with the ICE agent statement."

From Barron's Jul. 10, 2026

The approach, known as helminth therapy, has shown promise, but its results have been inconsistent.

From Science Daily Jul. 10, 2026

Based on Azar Nafisi’s 2003 memoir, this inconsistent film follows a professor in post-revolution Iran who hosts gatherings for her female students to read the Western canon.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

Unfortunately, however, these two theories are known to be inconsistent with each other—they cannot both be correct.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking




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