insufficient

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This was later raised to about 520,000 naira after protests but she says this was insufficient to secure alternative housing.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

That lawsuit was dismissed in June, with Liman finding the claims legally insufficient.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

All were noted as declined for insufficient evidence.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

To those showing insufficient gratitude: “Bonasera, Bonasera what have I ever done…?” In other circumstances: “My offer is this. Nothing.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Europe’s barriers were sufficient to prevent political unification, but insufficient to halt the spread of technology and ideas.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond