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inconsistency

[in-kuhn-sis-tuhn-see] / ˌɪn kənˈsɪs tən si /


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But too much inconsistency has tempered once-sky-high expectations.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

The inconsistency suggests that the drafters don’t fully understand the technology they aim to regulate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

A combination of management inconsistency, injuries across the season and costly moments in big games ultimately proved decisive for Real.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

This inconsistency and change of “style“ by the officials has either confused or frustrated many offensive players as well as some fans.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

“It’s well enough for me to go out with Laurie, but not well enough to go to the Hummels’,” said Jo, laughing, but looking a little ashamed of her inconsistency.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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