consistency

noun

kən-ˈsi-stən(t)-sē How to pronounce consistency (audio)
Definition of consistencynext
as in consistence
the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing beat the egg whites until they take on the consistency of whipped cream

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Recent Examples of consistency The lighting was done practically and there’s a consistency to the main key light. — Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026 Well, this would be a good time to demonstrate that consistency. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026 Unlike Doubs, and, more importantly, Efton Chism, Williams hasn’t produced with the same consistency. — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 11 Aug. 2026 This is in contrast to companies like Lowe’s and The Home Depot, which use third-party subcontractors to install their windows (inevitably leading to less consistency in installation quality from region to region). — Jason Rueger, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consistency
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  • These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The league hasn’t seen this level of consistence performance on both ends of the floor since the Golden State Warriors from 2014-2017.
    — Tom Rende, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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“Consistency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consistency. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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