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Definition of consistently adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

consistently

adverb
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/kənˈsɪstəntli/
 
/kənˈsɪstəntli/
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  1.  
    (approving) always the same
    • Her work has been of a consistently high standard.
    opposite inconsistently
  2.  
    in a way that does not change and continues for a period of time
    • We have argued consistently for a change in the law.
    • European policymakers have consistently failed to respond to economic shocks.
  3.  
    in a way that has different parts that all agree with each other
    • Studies have not consistently demonstrated any benefit.
    opposite inconsistentlyTopics Opinion and argumentb2
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