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This 2020 essay provides a deep dive into literacy deficiencies, fear, psychological reasoning, disproportionate weighting of information on the Internet, and other factors that perpetuate them.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025 -
Not only are the two parties unpopular in polling terms, but their struggle for power seems defined more by their deficiencies and limitations than by the breadth of their appeal.—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
18 July 2025
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The interesting name in that bunch is Haynes, a 2024 third-round pick whose inability to crack the starting lineup last season was because of a lack of play strength, at least according to former play caller Ryan Grubb.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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Whether due to inadequate service, lack of knowledge and experience, or scheduling conflicts, transitioning to a planner who aligns better with your needs can provide the personalized and sophisticated support necessary for achieving your financial goals.—
Cicely Jones,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when the valves in your leg veins don't work properly.—
Scott Sundick,
Health,
24 July 2025
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Ultrasound exams of the leg veins can help confirm chronic venous insufficiency.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
18 July 2025
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At the same time, the broader AI industry is also grappling with how to address important shortcomings and privacy concerns around the technology.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
17 July 2025
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But in spite of these successes, Einstein’s theory also has shortcomings.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
16 July 2025
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The reorganization would slash overtime spending by millions at a time when the city is facing a significant budget shortfall.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
29 July 2025
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The Regional Transportation Authority, which oversees the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace, has said that riders could experience a 40% reduction in transit service if the budget shortfall isn’t dealt with, according to past reporting.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
24 July 2025
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Anger, withdrawal or defensiveness often serve as protective layers, masking deeper emotional struggles like a fear of abandonment, unmet needs or longstanding feelings of inadequacy.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Tribes say the moves highlight broader concerns about the inadequacy of tribal consultation and the potential for companies to bypass protections for Indigenous land.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
3 July 2025
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The problem for Ruto (and Kenya) is that the economy is faring just well-enough to obviate the need for a sober look at the root causes of the protests and general public disgruntlement.—
Ken Opalo,
semafor.com,
21 July 2025
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Ray came almost every shift to take care of Hermon's father's vital signs and basic needs.—
Ryan Katz,
NPR,
21 July 2025
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Johnson, who campaigned against raising property taxes and instead pitched other progressive revenues, backed off of Lightfoot’s policy in his first budget, only to renege last year amid a nearly $1 billion deficit.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
23 July 2025
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Trump’s overall bill, however, has been estimated to add more than $4 trillion to the deficit over the same time period.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
23 July 2025
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“Insufficience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insufficience. Accessed 1 Aug. 2025.
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