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bureaucratic

[byoor-uh-krat-ik] / ˌbyʊər əˈkræt ɪk /








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Bureaucratic obstacles, such as delays in obtaining permits, made it harder to quickly build up data centres, and the region's computing power, she said.

From Barron's • Nov. 24, 2025

"The same applies to the incorporation of new technologies -- expressing the need for it is not enough. Bureaucratic obstacles and resistance to change are likely to be encountered," says KTU professor.

From Science Daily • Oct. 18, 2023

Bureaucratic setbacks and a lack of government support can be devastating.

From Slate • Jul. 27, 2023

Bureaucratic inertia meant word took weeks to filter to Chinese customs officials, say traders, who had to visit eight government departments to sort permits.

From Reuters • May 2, 2023

Bureaucratic rules of accumulated imbecility literally annihilate the changes for a better future of millions of students.

From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai




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