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ill-equipped

[il-i-kwipt] / ˈɪl ɪˈkwɪpt /




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The problem is that the governance structures in these companies are adolescent at best, ill-equipped to handle their rapid rate of revenue growth, their evolving business models, and their swiftly changing capital structures.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

State agencies, however, were ill-equipped to accommodate the order.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

At the same time, Xi had to contend with an outmoded command structure that was seen as susceptible to corruption and ill-equipped to fight modern wars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

He claimed Dale was "ill-equipped" for the prison environment and more vulnerable than others.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

C.P. had toured their crumbling and ill-equipped schools.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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