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poorly

[poor-lee] / ˈpʊər li /




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He said he loves the team, supports the players, and does not believe Moreno chose his words poorly.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Without current data, millions of urban migrants - often in informal jobs and housing - remain poorly captured in policy design, a gap laid bare during the pandemic.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Hegseth’s reported interest in buying a defense fund highlights just how poorly contractors have traded since the war began.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

While scientists know these systems can erupt again, the buildup to such events remains poorly understood.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

He spoke French very poorly, but that didn’t stop him or diminish his enthusiasm.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple