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consistence

/kənˈsɪst(ə)ns/ /kənˈsɪstəns/

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noun

Consistance, fermeté, densité

The physical quality which is given by the degree of firmness, solidity, density, and viscosity; consistency.

Examples :

"The consistence of the peanut butter was perfect; it was smooth and creamy, not too hard or too runny. "

La consistance du beurre de cacahuète était parfaite ; il était lisse et crémeux, ni trop dur, ni trop liquide.

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noun

Cohérence, consistance

The staying together, or remaining in close relation, of non-physical things.

Examples :

"Her performance has lacked consistence over the last year."

Sa performance a manqué de cohérence au cours de l'année dernière.

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noun

Immobilité, repos

Standing still; quiescence; state of rest.

Examples :

"The doctor was worried because the patient's breathing showed no consistence after the accident; it was erratic and unstable. "

Le médecin était inquiet car la respiration du patient ne montrait aucun repos après l'accident ; elle était erratique et instable.

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noun

Consistance, cohérence, solidité

The condition of standing or adhering together, or being fixed in union, as the parts of a body; existence; firmness; coherence; solidity.

Examples :

"The glue's consistence was too weak, and the paper wouldn't stick together properly. "

La consistance de la colle était trop faible et le papier ne collait pas correctement.

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noun

Cohérence logique; absence d'autocontradiction

Logical consistency; lack of self-contradiction.

Examples :

"The teacher valued the consistence in his student's arguments; his points always logically connected and never contradicted each other. "

Le professeur appréciait la cohérence des arguments de son élève ; ses points étaient toujours logiquement liés et ne se contredisaient jamais.

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Ensemble, combinaison

That which stands together as a united whole; a combination.

Examples :

"The delicious sauce achieved its perfect flavor and texture through the careful consistence of tomatoes, herbs, and spices. "

La délicieuse sauce a obtenu sa saveur et sa texture parfaites grâce à l'ensemble soigneux de tomates, d'herbes et d'épices.

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