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How to pronounce inadequacy in American English
“inadequacy” pronunciation by American speakers
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“inadequacy” in real sentences — American speakers
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some sort of inadequacy in their ability to perform while sleep deprived.
CDC
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on consumers and businesses because of the inadequacy of our infrastructure across all modes.
The Obama White House
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We find that inadequacy of other disclosing mechanisms, often motivates parties to engage in
US National Archives
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