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consistent with sth

idiom
Meaning

when two things match or agree with each other. You use this to say that a new fact or action fits perfectly with a rule or a previous statement.


Examples
SIMPLE

His actions are consistent with his words.

CONTEXTUAL

The new evidence is consistent with what the witness told the police yesterday.

COMPLEX

The findings of the study are consistent with previous research, suggesting that the initial hypothesis remains valid despite the unexpected variables.

Last updated April 22, 2026