deficiency

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“If these deficiencies were the result of intentional action, it would be a violation of federal law,” regardless of whether it changed the outcome, the affidavit said.

From The Wall Street Journal

New York City and Long Island face a reliability deficiency as soon as next summer.

From Barron's

As a result, some users could face preventable risks such as vitamin and mineral deficiencies and loss of muscle mass.

From Science Daily

But if they cede too much responsibility to AI, that could lead to deficiencies in critical regulations and run afoul of a requirement that federal rules be built on reasoned decision-making.

From Salon

She added: "In understanding and acknowledging the deficiencies of the past, lessons can be learned for the future."

From BBC