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inaction

[in-ak-shuhn] / ɪnˈæk ʃən /


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In its investigation following the 10 March 2025 collision, Humberside Police questioned Motion multiple times to try and account for the inaction on the bridge.

From BBC

To be honest, though, she may not be in the best place to accept that her actions — or inaction — affect others.

From MarketWatch

A Senedd health committee report into gynaecological cancer has found women have been "let down by the Welsh government's inaction".

From BBC

Frustrated with what they see as government inaction, some citizens have taken the legal route.

From Barron's

Still, they must prove to the jury that his action—or inaction—intentionally, knowingly, recklessly or negligently caused them harm.

From The Wall Street Journal