deficient
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Lars Bochmann, a 50-year-old who has spent his entire professional life at the VW plant in Zwickau, told AFP that the agreement was "utterly deficient".
From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026
First-year students, according to thousands of professors, are arriving severely deficient in math and weak in writing skills.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
The vitamin D deficient group also required more opioid medication.
From Science Daily ● May 20, 2026
Being truly deficient in B6 is rare, although sometimes levels can be a bit low, often alongside a lack of other B vitamins, such as B12, which can leave you feeling tired and nauseous.
From BBC ● Apr. 22, 2026
“I am happy you approved,” said Emma, smiling; “but I hope I am not often deficient in what is due to guests at Hartfield.”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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