insufficient

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The real career killer for most mothers in the U.S. is insufficient access to high-quality, affordable childcare.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

The article contends that Raman employed divisive tactics by falsely claiming Pratt and Bass were coordinating against her, a characterization that drew audience laughter and demonstrated her inexperience and insufficient preparation for the mayoral contest.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Ceding control of the air, through poor procurement choices and insufficient investment in human capital, would be a strategic failure.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

They can apply to ban marches outright where these powers are deemed insufficient to prevent "serious public disorder", but this requires the approval of the home secretary and is not regularly used.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

He went to the improvised infirmary to get a package of cotton and found some handkerchiefs, but it was soon clear that they were insufficient.

From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende