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unqualified

[uhn-kwol-uh-fahyd] / ʌnˈkwɒl əˌfaɪd /




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"Mr. Pulte has no national security expertise -- none. We're not even sure if he's got a basic security clearance... This role is too important to be filled by a part-time, unqualified individual."

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

At the sentencing in April 2025, the court heard Lloyd was unqualified to lead a paddleboard tour of this kind.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Roy has also criticized Middleton as unqualified for the role.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

Homeowners say builders are using cheaper materials, cutting corners and hiring unqualified and undersupervised subcontractors, so their homes are shoddier.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

I was clearly unqualified, yet I accepted the job without hesitation, as it would allow me to wear a tie and go by the name of Mr. Sedaris.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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