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inconsistency

[ in-kuhn-sis-tuhn-see ]

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noun

plural inconsistencies

the quality or condition of being inconsistent.
an inconsistent thing, action, remark, etc.

inconsistency

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noun

lack of consistency or agreement; incompatibility
an inconsistent feature or quality
logic
1. the property of being inconsistent
2. a self-contradictory proposition

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Word History and Origins

Origin of inconsistency¹

First recorded in 1640–50; in- ³ + consistency

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Talley underscored inconsistencies in the son’s account, including Phillip wavering on his claim that he saw his father fire the gun, and at one point saying he grabbed his replica sword only after the shooting.

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The report also talks about some glaring inconsistencies in crime and punishment.

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Johnson explained the inconsistency by saying that some of the deals were joint ventures with assets on other companies’ books.

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The DoH said whilst a level of provision is available, it is aware that "this has also led to inconsistencies between trusts".

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Their case, she said, is full of inconsistencies.

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