inadequate coverage
[/ˌɪnədɪkwət ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/]
noun phrasepl: inadequate coverages
cobertura inadequada
1. Insufficient protection, scope, or extent of something, particularly in insurance, media, or service provision
The health insurance plan had inadequate coverage for prescription medications.
O plano de seguro de saúde tinha cobertura inadequada para medicamentos prescritos.
2. Lack of sufficient reporting or attention to a particular topic or event
The news outlet received criticism for inadequate coverage of the environmental crisis.
O veículo de notícias recebeu críticas pela cobertura inadequada da crise ambiental.
3. Insufficient physical protection or concealment
The inadequate coverage of the roof left the building vulnerable to water damage.
A cobertura inadequada do telhado deixou o edifício vulnerável aos danos causados pela água.
In Brazil, discussions about inadequate coverage often relate to healthcare and insurance issues, reflecting concerns about the public health system (SUS) and private insurance gaps. In the USA, this phrase is frequently used in healthcare policy debates and insurance discussions. In media contexts, inadequate coverage refers to journalistic gaps and is a common criticism in both countries.
NYC Slang
short coverage; getting shafted on coverage
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