as in lacking
not coming up to an expected measure or meeting a particular need
an inadequate amount of food on hand for so many unexpected guests
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In the wake of the Dobbs decision, researchers observe that communities already afflicted with poverty and inadequate medical care will also suffer disproportionate harm in the way of pregnancy complications and maternal death.
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Essence, 31 Oct. 2024
Insta360 has previously been called out by users for its inadequate field of view but thankfully, the brand has listened to those calls.
—New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2024
An inferiority complex is a tendency to feel inadequate or, as the term suggests, inferior to others.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 25 Oct. 2024
The price tag is a realistic accounting of past mistakes, supporters argue
Some experts say the report’s price tag reflects the reality of overcoming decades of budget cuts and inadequate funding for low-income housing and social services, my colleagues Liam and Doug report.
—Hunter Clauss, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024
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Essence, 31 Oct. 2024
Insta360 has previously been called out by users for its inadequate field of view but thankfully, the brand has listened to those calls.
—New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2024
An inferiority complex is a tendency to feel inadequate or, as the term suggests, inferior to others.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 25 Oct. 2024
The price tag is a realistic accounting of past mistakes, supporters argue
Some experts say the report’s price tag reflects the reality of overcoming decades of budget cuts and inadequate funding for low-income housing and social services, my colleagues Liam and Doug report.
—Hunter Clauss, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024
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Excess fiber consumption can lead to diarrhea, and insufficient fluids can lead to constipation.Mark Gurarie, Health, 2 Nov. 2024
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With the end of print services, the Journal, which relied on Star-Ledger facilities, cited financial strain and insufficient circulation to support continued operation.Nina Turner, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
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Black bears are also blessed with the ability to hibernate during the winter months when food might be scarce.Scott Travers, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Worse, young turtles hatch at night, when predators are scarce.Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Oct. 2024
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According to the National Weather Service's forecast for Saturday, Swift fans in Indianapolis can expect another sunny day with a high in the low 60s.Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 3 Nov. 2024
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The motorhome is designed to be equipped to a truck with 8-foot bed, 4WD, high/low range and no sunroof.New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Inadequate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inadequate. Accessed 10 Nov. 2024.
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