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as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
the inadequacy of our servings was soon apparent, as hungry guests started clamoring for seconds
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as in inability
the lack of sufficient ability, power, or means
tried to blame others in order to hide the inadequacy of his leadership
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Recent Examples of inadequacy
While Thanksgiving and Christmas may bring holiday cheer for some, many of my clients find these celebrations emotionally charged and exhausting, often exacerbating feelings of loneliness and inadequacy.
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 1 Oct. 2024
In the current war in Gaza, the inadequacy of the existing security framework has become clear.
—Assaf Orion, Foreign Affairs, 12 Sep. 2024
The broad and ambiguous definition of high-risk research, the overreach in funding decisions, and the inadequacies in the board’s composition all point to a need for a more thoughtful and effective approach.
—David Gillum, Rebecca Moritz, STAT, 19 July 2024
Imposter syndrome, marked by self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy, is a common challenge among women in finance.
—Anushree Jain, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 1 Oct. 2024
In the current war in Gaza, the inadequacy of the existing security framework has become clear.
—Assaf Orion, Foreign Affairs, 12 Sep. 2024
The broad and ambiguous definition of high-risk research, the overreach in funding decisions, and the inadequacies in the board’s composition all point to a need for a more thoughtful and effective approach.
—David Gillum, Rebecca Moritz, STAT, 19 July 2024
Imposter syndrome, marked by self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy, is a common challenge among women in finance.
—Anushree Jain, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inadequacy
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It is often assumed that, absent migration, low fertility will cause a country’s labor force to shrink, leading to shortages of workers, decreased productivity, and a diminishing tax base.Vegard Skirbekk, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2024
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The Kyiv Independent reported Tuesday that Ukraine's chronic manpower shortage is a main factor in local retreats and collapses in its defense lines that mean quicker Russian gains across the front.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Sometimes, the cop even pokes fun at the suspect’s inability to sprint, calling them out for being out of shape.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Navarro grew anxious over her inability to help support her family.Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 4 Nov. 2024
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The lack of Wi-Fi limits its appeal potential to a degree, and without an app, there's no way to customize the experience.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Ukraine offers public praise Ukraine sought to project a similar lack of concern over how the result might transform America’s approach to the war in Europe.Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 6 Nov. 2024
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The company identified deficiencies in its internal control structure, citing inadequate staffing and supervision within accounting operations as a primary concern.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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But a fight in the Pacific is not the only scenario the United States must be prepared for (and, ideally, deter), and readiness in other arenas will require addressing other deficiencies.Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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“Inadequacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inadequacy. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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