incompetence

Example Sentences

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The Justice Department’s struggle to appoint U.S. attorneys stemmed from a mix of obstinance and incompetence.

From Slate • Mar. 24, 2026

When I mention this feat of incompetence to the technologist inside the examining room, she tells me I could’ve just taken off my shirt.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Using untrained proxies, as a former European diplomat to Russia puts it, adds "a layer of unpredictability - and incompetence".

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Patel’s tenure has been marked by a pattern of premature announcements and theatrical incompetence.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

It makes me think of my life, my nonexistent accomplishments and my overall abilities in incompetence.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak