lack of reserve

Example Sentences

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Their metal frame and heavy chassis and transmission combined with the lack of reserve buoyancy mean they sink quickly.

From Washington Times • May 5, 2020

While the rest of us waver and debate and hesitate, these guys pour everything into their instruments with no reservations — a lack of reserve that I needed to learn.

From Salon • Jul. 22, 2012

The undignified flow of explanation, the lack of reserve in face of misfortune, are rebuked in the saying, "Words in plenty when the cause is lost."

From Proverb Lore Many sayings, wise or otherwise, on many subjects, gleaned from many sources by Hulme, F. Edward (Frederick Edward)

Mr. Hornblower spoke with a lack of reserve unusual in his pessimistic profession.

From Other People's Business The Romantic Career of the Practical Miss Dale by Smith, Harriet L.

"Four hundred and eighteen dollars," replied the old man, with a lack of reserve that testified to his confidence in these unknown but respectful and sympathetic high school boys.

From The High School Boys' Training Hike by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)