substandard

Example Sentences

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Authorities say substandard mesh and plastic sheets on the buildings' windows may have spread the blaze, which raged for more than a day in some blocks.

From BBC

Police say the mesh and plastic sheets used on the scaffolding were substandard, and that windows were wrapped in highly flammable styrofoam.

From BBC

An NHS trust has apologised for giving substandard care to hip-hop star MF Doom who died after he collapsed while being treated in hospital.

From BBC

San Francisco have collected stories from doctors detailing substandard medical care and harm to patients.

From New York Times

The sites are still referred to as camps, but have become built-up towns or neighborhoods, though with generally substandard conditions.

From New York Times