inability

Example Sentences

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"They each expressed regret over the inability of the industrial partners to reach an agreement on continuing the project," the official added.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Their inability to hit sixes was laid bare in Chelmsford on Thursday and for the first 18 overs here.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The holdup is due in part to their inability to articulate what the revamped corporation will do, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Rates can move higher in near term, he said, but an inability of consumers to keep pace “should anchor rates a bit lower.”

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

The problem is the confinement, the inability to leave.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan