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by inconsistency

[baɪ ɪnˌkɑːnˈsɪstənsi]
prepositional phrase / adverbial phrase
por inconsistência
1. through or as a result of being inconsistent; in a manner that lacks consistency or contradicts itself
The argument is weakened by inconsistency in the supporting evidence.
O argumento é enfraquecido por inconsistência nas evidências que o apoiam.
2. indicating the cause or reason for something being contradictory or self-contradicting
The case was dismissed by inconsistency between witness testimonies.
O caso foi arquivado por inconsistência entre os depoimentos das testemunhas.
Synonyms
through inconsistencydue to inconsistencybecause of inconsistencyvia inconsistency
Antonyms
by consistencythrough consistencydue to coherence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
por inconsistência
Standard usage
São Paulo
por inconsistência
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
por inconsistência
Standard usage
Portugal
por inconsistência
Standard usage; may also use 'por incoerência'

Related Idioms & Phrases

caught by inconsistency
undermined by inconsistency
plagued by inconsistency
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