lack thereof
idiom
formal
—used to say that there is not enough of the thing that has been mentioned
The problem is money, or (a/the) lack thereof.
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So some would-be homeowners are also feeling the pain in their paychecks—or lack thereof.
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Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
Despite only playing 115 games, Abreu’s 22 home runs ranked second on the team, which is both an indicator of his power potential and an indictment of the roster’s overall lack thereof.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
While Mansory work can involve powertrain increases—usually to eye-watering specs—this article will strictly focus on the company’s design aesthetic—or lack thereof.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025
Chris Jones’ effort — or lack thereof — on a pivotal late play became a national talking point.
—Scott Chasen, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2025
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Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
Despite only playing 115 games, Abreu’s 22 home runs ranked second on the team, which is both an indicator of his power potential and an indictment of the roster’s overall lack thereof.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
While Mansory work can involve powertrain increases—usually to eye-watering specs—this article will strictly focus on the company’s design aesthetic—or lack thereof.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025
Chris Jones’ effort — or lack thereof — on a pivotal late play became a national talking point.
—Scott Chasen, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2025
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“Lack thereof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lack%20thereof. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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