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lacklustre

British  
/ ˈlækˌlʌstə /

adjective

  1. lacking force, brilliance, or vitality

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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However, after a lacklustre performance in the opener against Morocco he was dropped by manager Carlo Ancelotti and did not appear again.

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

And the outlook for the eurozone remained lacklustre as the Middle East war and subsequent energy shock take their toll on the region's economy, with no end in sight.

From Barron's Jun. 5, 2026

One of the key reasons Liverpool parted ways with Slot was his style of play, with lacklustre performances stirring boos from the Anfield crowd in his final term.

From BBC Jun. 1, 2026

Turnout will be a crucial factor after a lacklustre campaign hit by voter apathy.

From Barron's Apr. 12, 2026

Rokeby came early, as quiet and lacklustre as ever.

From Married Life The True Romance by Edginton, May

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