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lackluster

[lak-luhs-ter] / ˈlækˌlʌs tər /


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Seeing his players’ lackluster performance on the field, Aguirre responded with substitutions: bringing on 17-year-old Gilberto Mora, a fan favorite, as well as Luis Chávez, to reshape the midfield.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Davis says he thinks the lackluster performance of the stock this year has reflected a “show-me” attitude about Greg Abel, the new CEO.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Hoplamazian, Hyatt’s chief executive for nearly 20 years, spoke with The Wall Street Journal about hotel affordability, its recent loyalty-program changes and whether the U.S. hospitality industry will have a lackluster World Cup this summer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

This amalgamation of excessive style is a favorite at the multiplex these days, typically to lackluster effect.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Shirin Kellner was an expert chanter but a lackluster storyteller.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram




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