inconsistent
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The patchwork of ancient material is complicated by contradictions, gaps and overlaps, leaving what the Sicilian historian Diodorus could describe in the first century B.C. as a “variegated and inconsistent account of Medea.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026
His lawyers challenged the claim, citing "several inconsistent versions of the allegations", including a reference to $5 million rather than euros at a Mauritian bail hearing.
From Barron's ● Oct. 23, 2026
For much of that time, the evidence remained uncertain because studies produced inconsistent findings and employed different experimental methods.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026
There was a 'No to Madueke' petition started when he joined the club and his performances have been criticised for being inconsistent.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026
“We will,” said Sir Ector, who was in the secret That seems to me to be inconsistent Why does he help me to fight wars, if they are bad things?”
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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