inadequate

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People use social media to keep up with their friends and family, but teens can also feel inadequate, sad or anxious when they compare themselves to a curated version of other people’s lives online.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

He also cited technical defects, including missing legal provisions and inadequate sworn statements.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

The maternity units were downgraded by the CQC to "inadequate" in June 2025, after unannounced inspections raised concerns that women and babies were "at risk of avoidable harm".

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

Her attorneys allege that the arrest was retaliation for news coverage and that she was improperly detained with an inadequate warrant.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

“Sir, I do believe you should know that these weapons are highly inadequate for any kind of patrol.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland