lack competence

Frequency: 7.816.4 per million words

To not have the necessary skill or ability.

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Examples (10)

  • The new employee was dismissed because he lacked basic competence.
  • If you lack competence in a particular area, you should seek further training.
  • She was worried that she might lack the competence to manage such a large team.
  • The report criticized the government, stating that it lacks the competence to handle the economic crisis.
  • He doesn't lack confidence, but he does lack the technical competence for this role.
  • The lawsuit claims the surgeon lacked the necessary competence to perform the operation.
  • It became clear during the project that several team members lacked professional competence.
  • A manager who lacks communicative competence will struggle to lead effectively.
  • They failed because they lacked the competence to adapt to changing market conditions.
  • Some people are afraid to admit when they lack competence, which can lead to bigger problems.