Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacked
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Putin, however, has insisted that Russia would achieve its objectives in Ukraine one way or another.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026 -
The 66-year-old actor insisted paying attention to subtle changes in his body made all the difference in his cancer battle while talking about his new business venture – AWEAR Market.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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In a packed auditorium Wednesday night at the Idaho State Capitol, dozens of people with voices shaking and tears in their eyes begged lawmakers to hear their stories.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Feb. 2026
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At Dilley, Maria begged to be reunited with her cat, Milo.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
6 Feb. 2026
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Attending the Berlin Film Festival for new movie Rosebush Pruning, actor Callum Turner was asked by a journalist at the film’s press conference about online speculation linking him to the James Bond role.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2026
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Atwood had done what Mary had asked and poured everything into her daughter.—
Peter Warren,
Houston Chronicle,
14 Feb. 2026
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The all-important churn needed for a healthy labor market has slowed considerably, and there are more people searching for jobs than are available.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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As a result, James won’t be able to hit the 65-game minimum needed to be considered for league awards, as per the collective bargaining agreement.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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The seven-member commission plays a pivotal role in overseeing police reforms required under a memorandum of understanding between the city and the Justice Department.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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The attorney general at one point acknowledged that mistakes had been made as the Justice Department tried to comply with a federal law that required it to review, redact and publicize millions of files within a 30-day period.—
Ana Ceballos,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Lacked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacked. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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