ineffectiveness

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One theory for the ineffectiveness of the Kookaburra in this country is it is not suitable to the softer pitches of the UK, as opposed to harder surfaces of the southern hemisphere.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

His double-talk and verbal whiplash were stunning in its ineffectiveness, and instead of paving a way forward, left a trail of smoke.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2025

With both losses coming in close games, however, the most glaring deficiency is the offense’s ineffectiveness in key situations.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2024

What is notable about these drugs is their relative ineffectiveness in improving depression symptoms.

From Slate • Aug. 20, 2024

I think I was all the angrier with my own ineffectiveness because I knew the streets.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey