lacklustre
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Italy's economy is forecast to grow a lacklustre 0.6 percent in 2026, while real wages have been virtually stagnant since the early 1990s.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
The lacklustre figures come one day after President Xi Jinping acknowledged "difficulties and challenges" facing the country's economy.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
Setting the tone for the season ahead, particularly after such a lacklustre start, is vital, with a performance now just as important as the result.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
England failed to confirm their spot in the last 32 of the World Cup with Tuesday's lacklustre 0-0 draw against Ghana, although they are still in a strong position to go through from Group L.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
He then, still in a state of mental apathy, sought, with cowed and lacklustre eye, the cigar-box and absently helped himself—to more of the contents than he could smoke at once.
From A Poached Peerage by William Magnay
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