inadequate

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Evolutionary theory is no longer heretical, Galileo has been issued a hall pass to heaven, and quite a few sincere if entirely inadequate apologies have been issued, mostly to people long dead.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

People use social media to keep up with their friends and family, but teens can also feel inadequate, sad or anxious when they compare themselves to a curated version of other people’s lives online.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Taxpayers face potential penalties and refund delays this season due to inadequate protections and a 27% IRS staffing reduction.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Their preparation was inadequate and their relaxed approach was brutally exposed by the relentless Australians.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

I believe I realized even at the time that my explanation to Mr Farraday - though, of course, not entirely devoid of truth - was woefully inadequate.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro