LACKED Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

lacked

verb

past tense of lack

as in hurt (for)

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While the case settled, Fairey had insisted his artistic transformation of an Associated Press photograph constituted fair use.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux insisted underage drinking is a problem that bar owners must address.

— CBS News, CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of insisted

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Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 800-SPEAK UP, the Detroit Police Department Homicide Unit at 313-596-2260 or Detroit Rewards TV.

— Julia Avant, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
One of the North Texans, Pamelia Stanford, was to the point when asked about Talarico’s lead in Tarrant County.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of asked

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By January 2025, Paulina Mangubat knew the Democratic National Committee needed to change its digital communications approach dramatically.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 9 Nov. 2026
Democrats must not waste time pressing impeachments, open borders, wealth taxes or even Supreme Court reform as much as it is needed.

— James D. Zirin, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of needed

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Gallop uses this information to learn the movements and handling techniques required for the job.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 Nov. 2026
Over 180 inductees, who are required to live in California for at least five years, have been recognized over the last 20 years.

— Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 13 Nov. 2026

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