Example Sentences

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Offa’s successors appear to have lacked his fortitude.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Coach Charlotte Edwards has made much of wanting to make her side one that performs under pressure to win close matches - a quality England have lacked in recent years.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

With the Spanish cup their best chance of silverware this season it has seemed that Atletico have lacked some focus in La Liga, and that was reflected in this humbling by their city rivals.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

Offensively the Lakers have lacked organization since James came back, Redick acknowledged.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2025

He must have lacked faith in mankind’s follow-through capabilities, on the day He created flowers.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver