- present tense form of lack (3rd person singular).
lacks
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The interplay between them lacks the razor sharpness that should animate their scenes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Critics say candidate Marissa Roy, 34, lacks the ‘gravitas’ to be L.A. city attorney.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
Despite its proximity to one of Ecuador's most strategic military installations, the town lacks access to drinking water.
From Barron's ● Oct. 27, 2026
Although the Sun is constantly active, much of its surface lacks prominent features such as sunspots.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026
In spite of The Taker’s efforts, the car ride lacks the energy and fun and good feeling that it had the first time.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
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