English

lack

læk
Meaning: a situation of not having enough of something
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

The match was cancelled because of a lack of interest.
The match was cancelled because of a lack of interest.
Her manifest lack of interest in the project was clear to everyone.
Her manifest lack of interest in the project was clear to everyone.
The tenant complained about the lack of heating in the apartment.
The tenant complained about the lack of heating in the apartment.
The biggest hurdle to starting the project was a lack of funding.
The biggest hurdle to starting the project was a lack of funding.
The lack of rain will exacerbate the current water shortage.
The lack of rain will only exacerbate the current water shortage.

Usage Notes

Often used with 'of' to describe missing resources or qualities.

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