Consistent with and Inconsistent with
How to use "consistent" and "inconsistent" correctlyThis is an entry on my list of Common Errors in English Usage. Visit the main page for direct links to additional entries.
When relating the consistency of one thing to that of another, the correct preposition to use with the adjectives consistent and inconsistent is with, not to or any other preposition:
an eyewitness account consistent to the victim’s claims
an eyewitness account consistent with the victim’s claims
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