He lacked the requisite skills for the job.
He lacked the requisite skills for the job.
English
lack
læk
Meaning: to be without; to not have enough
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | lack |
| 3rd person singular present | lacks |
| Present participle | lacking |
| Past | lacked |
| Will future | will lack |
| Going-to future | going to lack |
| Imperative negative | don't lack / do not lack |
Example sentences
The team lacks the experience to win.
The team lacks the experience to win.
Her speech lacked coherence, making it difficult to follow her main argument.
Her speech lacked coherence, making it difficult to follow her main argument.
Granted, he is talented, but he lacks discipline.
Granted, he is talented, but he lacks discipline.
Usage Notes
Used when something necessary or desirable is missing. It is usually a transitive verb but can also be used intransitively with 'for' or 'in'.
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