How to Use consistent in a Sentence

consistent

adjective
  • The pain has been consistent.
  • We need to be more consistent in handling this problem.
  • He is a consistent supporter of the museum.
  • Your grades have shown consistent improvement this school year.
  • Customers expect that the quality of service they receive will be consistent.
  • Their descriptions of the accident were consistent.
  • The decision was consistent with the company's policy.
  • I am not consistent about giving vibrancy and other kinds of input to a relationship.  … There are periods when I am the most attentive and thoughtful lover in the world, and periods, too, when I am just unavailable.
    Toni Cade Bambara, "A Conversation with Claudia Tate",
  • Of the three, Cochran has been the most steady and consistent force this year.
    Alexis Cubit, The Courier-Journal, 13 Jan. 2023
  • However, the changes in these stocks have been far from consistent.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Dosing is done through a dropper under the tongue for low and consistent doses.
    Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 10 Jan. 2023
  • Don’t just take our word for it—clinical studies show that consistent use over time visibly plumps the lips.
    Iman Balagam, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Plus, electric ovens preheat quickly and provide even and consistent heat, which is ideal for anyone who loves to bake.
    Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 12 Jan. 2023
  • The findings were consistent with other polls conducted throughout the Trump era.
    Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Instead, develop running as a habit by getting into a rhythm with small but consistent doses of running.
    Brian Metzler, Outside Online, 9 Jan. 2023
  • Standardized extracts ensure that the product contains a consistent and accurate amount of the active compounds in horny goat weed and maca.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 Jan. 2023
  • However, your feedback can bring awareness to the situation and help your manager learn to be more effective and consistent.
    Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2023
  • Too often, managers fail to establish clear and consistent communication daily, leaving them in the dark about how their reports are faring.
    Job Van Der Voort, Quartz, 13 Jan. 2023
  • This analysis revealed a clear and consistent pattern across tissues: longer transcripts became less abundant than shorter transcripts in older animals.
    Diana Kwon, Scientific American, 6 Jan. 2023
  • And that's just not consistent with due process of law.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 16 Jan. 2024
  • More than anything, keep your regular routine as consistent as possible throughout the winter, Dr. Murinova says.
    Colleen Stinchcombe, SELF, 13 Jan. 2023
  • The sturdy plywood frame will hold up to consistent use—just be sure to keep it out of the rain.
    Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Aim to get seven to eight hours of sleep a night—go to bed and get up at consistent times.
    Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2024
  • Draw the knife across the stone at a consistent angle, starting with the wide edge and ending at the tip.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024
  • But there are few consistent standards for the species name.
    Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Sep. 2023
  • The Bears just struggled, for the most part, to play consistent football.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2024
  • The Eagles were the most complete and consistent team throughout the year.
    USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2023
  • Night skiing is a consistent $19 for all ages and dates.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2024
  • The Rams need to be more disciplined, more consistent and better in the red zone.
    Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Boyd has played eight seasons with the Bengals and is one of the most consistent players to come through the franchise.
    Kelsey Conway, The Enquirer, 4 Jan. 2024

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