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Discover LudwigThe phrase "acknowledged shortcomings" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing recognized flaws or limitations in a particular context, such as a project, performance, or personal reflection.
Example: "The report highlighted the acknowledged shortcomings of the previous strategy, prompting a reevaluation of our approach."
Alternatives: "recognized deficiencies" or "admitted flaws".
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Mr. Rove acknowledged shortcomings.
Mrs. Kumaratunga herself acknowledged shortcomings in the military strategy.
But he acknowledged shortcomings in the Air Force's efforts to fight sexual assault.
In many ways, the report acknowledged shortcomings that have already been raised by Wall Street's critics.
Rousseff has acknowledged shortcomings and the finance minister Guido Mantega will step down after eight years.
Still, Mr. Walcott and Mr. Klein acknowledged shortcomings, particularly in terms of community outreach.
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Yet even they acknowledge shortcomings.
Do I acknowledge shortcomings and failure as experiences shared by everyone?
The Justice Ministry now acknowledges shortcomings in the way the island treats those under investigation.
One is to frankly address the problem in advertising, acknowledge shortcomings and pledge reforms.
We have also made recommendations based on current literature and have attempted to acknowledge shortcomings and areas for future research.
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