poorly

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Gloyn noted that large amounts of genetic data from clinical trials likely already exist and could help answer important questions about why some people respond poorly to GLP-1 therapies.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Fires are common in India, where building safety laws are often poorly enforced.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Still, a poorly performing IPO isn’t the end of the story, Renaissance’s Kennedy said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Scott took heat last year when he pitched poorly in his first season with the Dodgers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Ashmodai glanced at him, and tsked as if Boaz were a poorly behaved puppy.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny