inadequate
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Experts later determined she suffered from severe anemia; blood clots in both wings and one kidney; liver and lung abnormalities; and inadequate bone marrow response.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
But there is no guarantee that a vibrant riverfront will completely offset the city’s ongoing weaknesses, including an underfunded public school system and inadequate public transportation, that dissuade potential new residents.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
High-profile reports followed about United's inadequate training facilities in 2024, while owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's comments about the women's team were criticised.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
He also said regulators, including the state, have “been inadequate with respect to evaluating immune system harm or the cumulative impacts of these very small PFAS.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
“Well, sorry to let you down,” said Harry, his voice quite calm even though he felt hollow, inadequate.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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