ineptitude

Example Sentences

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Noem was the public face of that disapproval, strutting forward with arrogance in the face of public censure, a veritable clown show of ineptitude.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Aiding his victory was his predecessor Eric Adams’ flagrant corruption and ineptitude.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Thirteen months on, resentment towards city and county authorities continues to bubble, with persistent claims of mismanagement and ineptitude.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

"No last minute safeguarding updates can undo the harm caused by years of inaction and ineptitude," the statement continued.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

That legacy was fortified, respected; it left little room for ineptitude.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray