shortcomings

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Raman’s supporters acknowledge she has shortcomings when it comes to retail politics, but say those should not overshadow her strengths.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Cornyn's side focused on Paxton's past political and legal scandals and perceived personal shortcomings.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

“The study of it requires not just a celebration of our triumphs, but frank discussion of our shortcomings, indeed our divisions.”

From Salon • May 14, 2026

Even as Jassy talked up the potential for Amazon’s AI assistant, he noted shortcomings elsewhere in AI shopping.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

The first half of 1943 brought crying spells, loneliness and the gradual realization of my faults and shortcomings, which were numerous and seemed even more so.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank