as in poorly
in an unsatisfactory way
she did the job quickly, but inadequately
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Considering how reliable betting markets can be, it’s been revealing to watch how poorly equipped it’s been to handle what has been perceived as a close race, supplying smart gamblers the opportunity to make a fortune, regardless of who wins on Sunday.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
2 Mar. 2025 -
The government denies wrongdoing. Rail unions say the network has been poorly maintained despite rail service upgrades to provide faster trains in recent years.—
Michael Dorgan,
Fox News,
28 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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That goal against came as a direct result of Pontus Holmberg badly losing a puck battle in the defensive zone, too.—
Nick Ashbourne,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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For a second time, his side lost badly; liberals now held 80% of the seats in the Lower House.—
Christine Adams / Made by History,
TIME,
13 Mar. 2025
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Remember, too much of a good thing can turn bad quickly!—
Amber Smith,
Discover Magazine,
3 Apr. 2024
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That started off bad and got better.—
Vulture,
Vulture,
21 Feb. 2023
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“Inadequately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inadequately. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.
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