consistent

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con·sist·ent / kənˈsistənt/ • adj. (of a person, behavior, or process) unchanging in achievement or effect over a period of time: manufacturing processes require a consistent approach. ∎  compatible or in agreement with something: the injuries are consistent with falling from a great height. ∎  (of an argument or set of ideas) not containing any logical contradictions: a consistent explanation.DERIVATIVES: con·sist·ent·ly adv.

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