be lacking

Examples (10)

• Her life was lacking in direction and purpose.
• Tom was conspicuously lacking in enthusiasm for the idea.
• Her remarks were curiously lacking in perception.
• The project is lacking sufficient resources to be completed on time.
• Many developing countries are lacking access to clean water.
• His performance was lacking in passion, which disappointed the audience.
• The new policy is lacking clarity on several key issues.
• She felt her life was lacking something significant.
• The evidence is lacking to prove his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
• After the restructuring, the department will be lacking key personnel.