inconsistently

"My grandmother is well and enjoying her retirement. "

"She gave a studied reply."

"He tried his very best."

"I went home, for I was tired."

"His parents got him an in with the company."

"It looks weaker and weaker, the more I think about it."

"My brother and I both attend the same high school. "

"My sister has an older brother. "

"My sister learned to write in a very careful manner. "

"The exam of the child's handwriting revealed several areas needing improvement. "

"His attendance at school was inconsistent; he missed several days in a row, then showed up for a few days straight. "

"My, what big teeth you have!"