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A recent study estimated that one in two homes is "inadequately equipped" to cope with high temperatures, turning into a "thermal cauldron" during increasingly frequent heatwaves that scientists say are linked to human-induced climate change.

From Barron's Jul. 2, 2026

They say the European equity market is inadequately reflecting risks to growth and earnings.

From MarketWatch Jun. 12, 2026

It described the bank’s story as one of operating underperformance, noting that it is overvalued relative to fundamentals and inadequately prepared for future challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 20, 2026

“The City cannot afford an additional $1.5 billion hit in 2028 because city officials inadequately protected taxpayers in 2025.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 2, 2025

As important as these factors were, however, they account inadequately for my academic advance.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez




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