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consistency

Pronunciation: [kənˈsɪs.tən.si]

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Learn how to use consistency in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “similarity”

(noun) when something stays the same over time. This means it behaves in a way that we can expect. Imagine you always get the same dessert at your favorite restaurant; that's consistency.

Example

The teacher praised the student for the consistency in their homework quality.

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The athlete was disappointed by the lack of consistency in their game performance.

Example

How can we ensure consistency in our daily routines?

Context: “physical properties”

(noun) the thickness or texture of something. Like the way a cake feels – it can be soft, hard, thick, or runny. That describes its consistency.

Example

The soup has a nice consistency; it's not too thick or too watery.

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The mixture's consistency was off, making it difficult to spread on the bread.

Example

What should the consistency of the batter look like before baking?

How to pronounce consistency

Pronunciation: [kənˈsɪs.tən.si]

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