inefficiency
noun
in·ef·fi·cien·cy
ˌi-nə-ˈfi-shən(t)-sē 
plural inefficiencies
1
: the quality or state of being inefficient
2
: something that is inefficient
Examples of inefficiency in a Sentence
The candidate blamed her opponent for the local government's inefficiency.
She claims that money can be saved by reducing inefficiencies.
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This level of automation reduces inefficiencies and ensures that no detail is overlooked.
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Nevila Dudaj, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
In the letter, DeJoy highlighted issues including retirement asset mismanagement, inefficiencies within the Workers' Compensation Program, and restrictive regulations.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
California could build its own version: a government-wide dashboard exposing spending, outcomes and inefficiencies for all to see.
—Zac Townsend, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
Many brands still use spreadsheets, emails and phone calls to manage some aspects of logistics, leading to inefficiencies and delays.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 14 Mar. 2025
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Nevila Dudaj, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
In the letter, DeJoy highlighted issues including retirement asset mismanagement, inefficiencies within the Workers' Compensation Program, and restrictive regulations.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
California could build its own version: a government-wide dashboard exposing spending, outcomes and inefficiencies for all to see.
—Zac Townsend, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
Many brands still use spreadsheets, emails and phone calls to manage some aspects of logistics, leading to inefficiencies and delays.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 14 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inefficiency
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“Inefficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inefficiency. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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inefficiency
noun
in·ef·fi·cien·cy
ˌin-ə-ˈfish-ən-sē
plural inefficiencies
1
: the quality or state of being inefficient
2
: something that is inefficient
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