be inadequate
Example Sentences
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That same level of weaker disclosures may prove to be inadequate to investors who were justifiably comfortable relying on Buffett’s presence.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 9, 2025
Previous reports have also found mental health care services to be inadequate.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2025
The report said the trust was required to take "all reasonable steps" to address concerns raised by CQC reports since 2023 until it was no longer found to be inadequate by inspectors.
From BBC ● Dec. 10, 2024
As a result, projections about the short-, medium- and long-term future of study populations may be inadequate.
From Science Daily ● May 21, 2024
Although a foundation, built in the manner described, will fulfill the usual conditions of an industrial installation, it will be inadequate for special cases in which trepidation is to be expected.
