adequate
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Among the issues they reported were staffing shortages that left police recruits without adequate firearms training, and unsafe training protocols and working conditions, according to the lawsuits.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
They have complained for years that they lack adequate software tools to tackle major repairs themselves or that they can’t use independent mechanics who could charge less than Deere’s service shops.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
Initially 17 players were granted deals, allowing them to train and play full-time, and get adequate rest time, without the pressure of balancing football around alternative full-time employment.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
Each solution addresses part of the problem, but none is adequate on its own.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
He had never before allowed that I was anything more than adequate.
From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood
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