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incapable

[in-key-puh-buhl] / ɪnˈkeɪ pə bəl /


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But I also understand the rage of taxpayers who wonder why Los Angeles City Hall is so incapable of managing the basics.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

Vance, though, is clearly incapable of such a spontaneous response.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Their main task will be to develop a plan towards reforming a WTO that has proven to be powerless in the face of rising protectionism and largely incapable of negotiating new agreements.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Those encounters can make them look incapable of managing their lives even when the core problem is the absence of stable housing.

From Slate • Mar. 12, 2026

“Since you’re kind of...well, incapable of moving right now, we figured you might want to know what you’re unable to see.”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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