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as in absence
the fact or state of being absent
the lack of news about the fate of the soldiers was frustrating
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2
as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
the lack of eligible candidates for the jury kept the trial from getting started
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as in need
a state of being without something necessary, desirable, or useful
the lack of fresh water at the campsite definitely would be a problem
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Recent Examples of lack
David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 7 Apr. 2025
The chemical analysis further showed a complete lack of chitin while revealing the presence of unusual lignin-like compounds.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2025
Some of the ingredients in ExtenZe have been studied separately; however, studies on humans are lacking.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 4 Apr. 2025
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Noun
California’s refineries usually operate at or near full capacity because of strong demand, as well as a lack of interstate pipelines that can send the cleaner product into the state.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 7 Apr. 2025
The chemical analysis further showed a complete lack of chitin while revealing the presence of unusual lignin-like compounds.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Verb
Ghost guns, which can be easily printed and assembled in someone’s home, lack serial numbers that law enforcement agencies need to trace their usage and movements.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 4 Apr. 2025
Some of the ingredients in ExtenZe have been studied separately; however, studies on humans are lacking.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lack
Noun
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But Watkins’ absence unquestionably hurts their chances.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2025
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In their absence, Laufey and The Milk Carton Kids got up onstage to cover their songs, respectively.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In 2021, as automakers tried to ramp up production that had been curtailed in the first year of the pandemic, a shortage of parts, most notably computer chips, cut into car production.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2025
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Aviation safety news: FAA to hire 2,000 air traffic controllers amid shortages, tightens Boeing oversightNeed a break?—
David Shepardson,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The group offers a time for encouragement and a place to share needs, frustrations and victories.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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Then, Ethan Westerman joins the show to recap what Arkansas football coach Sam Pittman said about the Razorbacks' general manager, wide receivers and transfer portal needs.—
Christina Long,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Early signs of magnesium deficiency include fatigue, appetite loss, nausea, vomiting, and weakness.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
2 Apr. 2025
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Korsakoff syndrome is a type of dementia that usually occurs as a late-stage effect of thiamine deficiency, especially if Wernicke encephalopathy is not treated.—
Brigid Dwyer,
Verywell Health,
31 Mar. 2025
Verb
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After all those heartfelt letters, begging her nephew to return home, Cara finally comes face-to-face with Spencer.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Tactility is a prominent feature in the collection; the pieces almost beg to be touched.—
The New York Times,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Hours later, Trump was asked at a press conference about the decision.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Her mom has successfully kept her isolated from her grandfather even though Hazel has asked a lot about him and shown interest in getting to know him.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Why does the club insist on rebuilding via purchasing players as opposed to harnessing the talents of academy players instead?—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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The government insisted there was no evidence that the AP had been harmed irreparably.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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It’s made from chardonnay and chenin blanc and aged to the same exacting standards as your favorite bubbly, including at least nine months in the bottle.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
3 Apr. 2025
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Did not exact revenge beyond what justice required.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Lack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lack. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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