be insufficient

Example Sentences

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“Strategic stocks by themselves will be insufficient to prevent further price rises if navigation on the Strait remains heavily restricted for an extended period.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

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

Among the general population of American adults, 58% said they were concerned that regulation would be insufficient, while just 21% said that they were worried it might go too far.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2025

The National Cancer Institute’s $30,000 grant had turned out to be insufficient to cover new demands for shielding and other safety provisions.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik