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unable
[uhn-ey-buhl]
adjective
lacking the necessary power, competence, etc., to accomplish some specified act.
He was unable to swim.
unable
/ ʌˈɪə /
adjective
lacking the necessary power, ability, or authority (to do something); not able
archaicincompetent
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California would likely be unable to raise the commercial rates to the level of the Medi-Cal ones, because state law constrains the legislature’s ability to do so.
Play was suspended with 13 players unable to complete round two, including Lawrence who, six hours and six minutes after he teed off, had just a four-foot par putt remaining when the horn sounded.
Provincial officials at the culture secretariat have rejected the allegations, blaming financial pressures for being "unable to provide support".
They alleged the insurer has delayed and denied claims, leaving wildfire victims in perilous financial positions and unable to return to contaminated homes.
"The other evening, someone in a wheelchair was unable to access the House," he added.
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