consistently

American

[kuhn-sis-tuhnt-lee] / kənˈsɪs tənt li /

adverb

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.
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.
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

consistent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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As a result, time on the Moon consistently runs 56 microseconds faster per day than time on Earth.

From Science Daily

Baltimore started 1-5 and have lost three of the past five while the Steelers have been consistently inconsistent all season, yet thanks to an unusually weak division this year one side will make the post-season.

From BBC

Because mRNA does not last long in the body, the team gave repeated doses over four weeks to keep the liver producing the factors consistently.

From Science Daily

“What Sam’s Club in China did well was strictly prioritize the premium consumer” consistently over time, said Jordan Berke, founder of digital-retail consulting firm Tomorrow and former head of e-commerce for Walmart China.

From The Wall Street Journal

Junta chief Min Aung Hlaing has not responded to AFP requests for interview, but has consistently framed the polls as a path to reconciliation.

From Barron's

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