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not enough



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undermanned
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Even with the ongoing transition, there are not enough child-care slots to care for all of the toddlers and infants who need it.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

U.S. officials say the efforts have likely added some numbers at the front though likely not enough to make any major breakthroughs.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

A sweet taste alone was not enough to activate the memory-related pathway.

From Science Daily Jul. 29, 2026

"There are fields we are supposed to be cutting, but there are just not enough people. Local people don't like this job because it is back‑breaking and physical," he said.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

Too much went to pay overhead—consultants, intermediaries, transportation companies, government fees—and not enough reached those in need.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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