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be insufficient



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But they said that alone would be insufficient.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 9, 2026

Even Meta’s substantial operational cash flows—over $100 billion in the past 12 months—will be insufficient to fund the efforts.

From Barron's Jan. 16, 2026

Travel agents say medical coverage on the cards, including evacuation back to the U.S., can be insufficient.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 8, 2025

The ORR found the assessment to be insufficient and wrote to GWR about its concerns.

From BBC Oct. 4, 2025

Fly any slower, and the airflow over the wings would be insufficient to keep the plane in the sky.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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