lack
Meaning
To lack something means to not have enough of it or to not have it at all.
💡 Don't confuse "lack" with "lack of," which is used to describe a situation where something is missing.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Ali
is
preparing
a
short
talk
for
work
and
he
sits
at
his
kitchen
table
.
He
checks
his
notes
and
sees
that
he
lacks
clear
examples
for
one
part
of
the
talk
.
He
decides
to
write
two
simple
examples
and
practices
them
slowly
out
loud
.
While
he
practices
,
his
cat
sleeps
on
the
chair
and
the
room
stays
quiet
.
At
the
end
he
feels
a
little
more
ready
and
calm
.
Common Phrases
lack of
lack confidence
lack resources
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