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does not consistent
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "does not consistent" is not correct in English.
Did you mean "does not consist"? You can use "does not consist" when describing what something is made of or what elements are included in it. Example: "The committee does not consist of members from the same department."
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2 human-written examples
Maternal phenotype does however influence the phenotype of offspring (paternal phenotype does not), consistent with weak inheritance of the epigenetic state through the female germline [13], [15].
Science
As seen in Figures 7D and 7E and Movie S19, the activated version of MRLC partially rescues the BDM effects, whereas the wild-type version does not, consistent with the IKNM-inhibiting effects of BDM being due to specific inhibition of MyosinII.
Science
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
58 human-written examples
The MEN1-associated missense mutant A309P maintained the interaction with HMT activity while the A242V mutant did not, consistent with previous reports [12].
Science
"G.E. is known for delivering consistent earnings," he said, "and this kind of insurance does not deliver consistent earnings".
News & Media
Yet Atwood's narrator does not have consistent recall.
News & Media
If the cast does not remain consistent, then the themes do.
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Local authority The council "performs adequately" but does not deliver consistent value for money.
News & Media
The PRVSM-alt having a larger computational overhead does not seem consistent with intuition.
Recent studies have demonstrated that the Klimisch method does not guarantee consistent evaluation results among different risk assessors [13, 14].
The educational attainment of head of the household does not show consistent pattern for all three maternal care services.
Science
In other words, Dolan's position does not seem consistent with reality.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "does not consistent" in formal writing. Opt for grammatically correct alternatives such as "is not consistent" or "lacks consistency" to maintain clarity and credibility.
Common error
The word "consistent" is an adjective, not a verb. A common mistake is to use it incorrectly after auxiliary verbs like "does". To correct this, use a proper verb form or rephrase the sentence to use "consistent" as an adjective.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "does not consistent" is grammatically incorrect. It attempts to negate the adjective "consistent" but uses the incorrect auxiliary verb. Proper usage requires a linking verb like "is", as in "is not consistent". Ludwig AI identifies this error.
Frequent in
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25%
Wiki
25%
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "does not consistent" is grammatically incorrect. As Ludwig AI highlights, the correct form is "is not consistent" or other alternatives like "lacks consistency". Though some sources use it, especially in scientific or informal contexts, it's advisable to use grammatically correct alternatives in formal writing. The frequency of this incorrect phrase is rare. Using correct grammar ensures clarity and maintains credibility in professional communication.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
is not consistent
Changes the verb construction to use a linking verb with an adjective, making the sentence grammatically correct.
does not align
Replaces "consistent" with "align" offering a more suitable term to highlight issues around agreement.
is not in agreement
Expresses the lack of consistency using a prepositional phrase.
is not in accordance
Uses "accordance" to denote a lack of harmony or agreement.
lacks consistency
Uses the verb "lack" to directly state the absence of consistency.
is not coherent
Replaces "consistent" with "coherent", emphasizing a lack of logical connection or clarity.
does not match
Replaces "consistent" with "match", highlighting discrepancies or mismatches.
is contradictory
Indicates that something opposes itself, conveying a strong form of inconsistency.
is at odds
Emphasizes conflict or disagreement, implying a lack of consistency.
is divergent
Highlights that something deviates or diverges, thus being inconsistent with an established pattern.
FAQs
How can I correct the phrase "does not consistent"?
Replace "does not consistent" with grammatically correct alternatives like "is not consistent", "lacks consistency", or "is inconsistent" depending on the intended meaning.
What are some alternatives to using "consistent" in a sentence?
Is it ever correct to say "does not consistent"?
No, the phrase "does not consistent" is grammatically incorrect in standard English. The correct form is "is not consistent" or an alternative that uses "consistent" properly as an adjective.
What's the difference between "does not consistent" and "is not consistent"?
"Does not consistent" is grammatically incorrect because "consistent" is an adjective and requires a linking verb like "is". The correct phrase is "is not consistent", which uses "is" to link the subject with the adjective "consistent".
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
81%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested