inability
noun
in·abil·i·ty
ˌi-nə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: lack of sufficient power, resources, or capacity
his inability to do math
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Examples of inability in a Sentence
She has shown an inability to concentrate.
the inability of the government to cope with the problem
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McAfee first had Belichick on Wednesday but failed to address the proverbial pachyderm in the room by not Bill about his inability to attracted a head coaching job.
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2024
Despite the squeaky floors and the inability to knock down walls to make room for cameras, the location added a unique warmth to the production that provided an interesting juxtaposition to the dark concept.
—William Earl, Variety, 26 Apr. 2024
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Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2024
Despite the squeaky floors and the inability to knock down walls to make room for cameras, the location added a unique warmth to the production that provided an interesting juxtaposition to the dark concept.
—William Earl, Variety, 26 Apr. 2024
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“Inability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inability. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
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inability
noun
in·abil·i·ty
ˌin-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
: lack of ability, power, or means
his inability to carry a tune
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