lack
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The core issue facing U.S. railroads today is not a lack of innovation; it is a lack of regulatory adaptability.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Former Skircoat resident Chris Wild described the "lack of accountability" as "repugnant."
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“The continued lack of progress towards restoring normal energy flows from the Middle East is reinforcing expectations of a prolonged period of elevated oil prices,” said Ole Hansen, head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
“That’s a big policy decision that lawmakers will need to make, and I’m not sure how that would go,” Alexander said, citing a lack of detailed public plans from state and local elections officials.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
I didn’t lack for anything —food, shelter, the basics—but nothing was ever really mine either.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
Vocabulary lists containing lack
Zilch, Zip, Nada: Words For Nothing
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