1
as in insufficient
not coming up to an expected measure or meeting a particular need
we felt the afternoon television offerings were somewhat lacking in entertainment value
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2
as in absent
not present or in evidence
for the moment anyway, wood for the fireplace is lacking
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacking
Adjective
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That proposal was rejected due to insufficient funding.—
David A. Deptula,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025 -
During that time, Israel allowed in a fluctuating, almost always insufficient number of aid trucks.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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At a fertile expanse of Ventura County, workers who would typically be shuffling up and down the strawberry rows were largely absent.—
Julia Wick,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
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The couple was notably absent from David's 50th birthday bash in May.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
14 June 2025
Verb
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If your home is begging for a refresh, don’t miss the chance to save on furniture and decor at Wayfair’s epic spring sale.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
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Rebecca was then allegedly seen on camera begging Yolanda to call 911 multiple times as her wife told her to go back inside.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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High-Potential, Untapped Markets I’m inspired by what others ignore—those quiet gaps where attention is scarce but potential is high, like a niche market with growing demand but little innovation.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Aside from mining for lunar water, these efforts might involve the extraction of an isotope called helium-3, which is scarce on Earth but is in relatively large abundance on the moon.—
Julian Dossett,
Space.com,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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Crews were bringing in search dogs Thursday afternoon to help find missing people, Arrington said.—
LEKAN OYEKANMI,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025
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Athletes and coaches often get unfairly scrutinized for missing games due to being there for their family.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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But, Perfection got put on hiatus until July 12 for lacking the drugs an office surgery center should have, inadequate BBL patient exams among other violations.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2025
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Some buildings carry policies based on outdated valuations, which can result in partial or inadequate payouts after a loss.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 June 2025
Verb
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Harvick raised his voice about why the appeals process hadn't been made public, asking what is there to hide.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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The plaintiffs are asking the court to block the administration’s order, which puts Haitians at risk of being returned to a country overrun by deadly gangs.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2025
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Dew point values will be around 70 degrees, with heat index values climbing into the low 90s.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2025
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“Lacking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacking. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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