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A recent study estimated that one in two homes is "inadequately equipped" to cope with high temperatures, turning into a "thermal cauldron" during increasingly frequent heatwaves that scientists say are linked to human-induced climate change.

From Barron's Jul. 2, 2026

They say the European equity market is inadequately reflecting risks to growth and earnings.

From MarketWatch Jun. 12, 2026

America’s nonprofits have a privileged status because they offer ideas and services that the for-profit sector inadequately supports.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 10, 2025

"These aren't just statistics, they're preventable tragedies and it leaves families devastated when risks are inadequately assessed and victims are left exposed," lawyer Matthew Jury, whose firm has been approached by relatives, told the BBC.

From BBC Aug. 26, 2025

“It’s why they called it Hill House,” Eleanor said inadequately.

From "The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson




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