incompetence
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And while some writers, directors, animators and studio executives might think that a kid won’t notice incompetence, they couldn’t be more wrong.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
Most factors, except a significant one: Moreno’s ownership incompetence has been facilitated by the group of sycophants he has apparently surrounded himself with.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
The court can dismiss trustees and rescind POAs when there is evidence of incompetence, negligence or misuse of a position.
From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026
But if Spurs do drop into the Championship on Sunday it will not be because of one incident after a campaign of discord, instability and rank incompetence on and off the pitch.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
People in Monroe County began to whisper about the incompetence of the police.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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Franklin D. Roosevelt's First Inaugural Address (March 4, 1933), List 1
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