as in error
something that is not in agreement with other information
The job application was full of inconsistencies; even the applicant's name was spelled three different ways.
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Recent Examples of inconsistency
Likewise, Abrego Garcia’s attorneys have shown inconsistency in their arguments before courts in Tennessee and Maryland.
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Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2025
Even a quick follow-up can surface inconsistencies.
—Michael Barnhart, Fortune, 3 July 2025
My answer to the inconsistency question is rooted in two important principles.
—Walt Shelton, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
But Ayton’s drawbacks, mainly perceived inconsistencies regarding his effort and team buy-in, have led to his first two NBA teams – first the Phoenix Suns and now the Trail Blazers – to move on from him despite his talent.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 2 July 2025
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Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2025
Even a quick follow-up can surface inconsistencies.
—Michael Barnhart, Fortune, 3 July 2025
My answer to the inconsistency question is rooted in two important principles.
—Walt Shelton, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
But Ayton’s drawbacks, mainly perceived inconsistencies regarding his effort and team buy-in, have led to his first two NBA teams – first the Phoenix Suns and now the Trail Blazers – to move on from him despite his talent.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsistency
Noun
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This copy may not be in its final form, may be updated and may contain minor transcription errors.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 July 2025
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Unforced error after unforced error plagued the team.—
Emma Moon,
Charlotte Observer,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Investors who do not use the tool risk making major mistakes.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Such complacency could be a mistake, as some market watchers have cautioned.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Prosecutors argued deputies followed the law as Sterns never objected to the search of his phone, which was prompted by discrepancies as to his whereabouts the day the teenager went missing.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 July 2025
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Trump and his supporters cried foul, pointing to the discrepancies.—
MEG JAMES LOS ANGELES TIMES,
arkansasonline.com,
3 July 2025
Noun
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Explore the differences between blanco, reposado, and añejo, learn about the traditional distillation process, and discover what makes a truly exceptional pour.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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Think about the difference between a construction manager and a political leader.—
Aurelien Mangano,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Smartphone ownership mirrors this disparity: 61% of women own smartphones versus 71% of men, a gap that translates to 230 million women without smartphones.—
TrickleUp,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Stark disparities in job opportunities available overall compared to the 25 major contractors may indicate these companies are starting to make tough decisions following DOGE cuts, according to Cory Stahle, the report’s author and economist at the Hiring Lab.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
27 June 2025
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“Inconsistency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsistency. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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