consistently
Americanadverb
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with no or very few exceptions; typically; usually.
We hope the new system will lead to teachers and administrators who are consistently well-prepared and well-supported, and who will continue to grow throughout their careers.
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regularly or frequently.
The museum consistently ranks as one of the top 10 children's museums in the country.
As a premier chamber music ensemble, they consistently perform to sold-out houses around the world.
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in a way that adheres to the same principles, course, form, etc..
Similarly situated employees must be treated consistently under all company policies.
Other Word Forms
- quasi-consistently adverb
Etymology
Origin of consistently
Example Sentences
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Real wages for low-wage workers fell consistently from 2003 to 2013.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Speaking to only one part of Canada was insulting and showed the same kind of cluelessness that makes Air Canada consistently one of the poorest scoring North American airlines in J.D.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
The overall trend shows that the target for all four nations has been consistently missed since the Covid pandemic.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
Hedge funds have also been consistently selling stocks for the past six weeks; last week, they sold at the fastest pace since April 2025.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
The Department of Agriculture has consistently denied livestock losses related to the fire ant program.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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