lack
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The researchers note that this lack of representation makes it more difficult to understand how dementia risk develops over time and to identify prevention strategies that may work effectively for everyone.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 16, 2026
Lawmakers have expressed concern in recent days about reports detailing a lack of fresh food and personal supplies aboard the carrier, as well as plumbing backups and mental-health problems.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
I only manage to stay in the post for one year and nine months, taken out - somewhat ironically given my actual job - by a complete lack of trust by the press.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
The surge in demand for high-tech equipment and lack of supply briefly raised prices.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
Despite the lack of elbow room, they were busy tossing torn bits of paper over the side, creating a steady rain of confetti onto the "greatest and most significant" parade in New York City's history.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
When easyJet lacks staff at an airport, they are called in from another base, which must then fill its own gaps, said Bourdon.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
CNN inexplicably settles for photos over video way too often and races through so many touchstones that the series often lacks sports context.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
It lacks Saudi Arabia’s oil reserves, Turkey’s relatively developed industrial base, and South Korea’s advanced technology and soft power.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
It was chosen because this animal’s femur lacks a crest or raised bony protrusion – known as a trochanter – where part of the tail musculature would attach.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026
“We know what Fudge is. It’s Arthur’s fondness for Muggles that has held him back at the Ministry all these years. Fudge thinks he lacks proper Wizarding pride.”
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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But Guessos said that young people in the country lacked places "where they can express their frustrations, defend their rights and take part".
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
Leavitt lacked the understanding, intelligence or inclination to manage the situation.
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026
Some cells were healthy, some lacked one copy of TBX5, and others lacked both copies.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 13, 2026
But the gas also created tactical challenges, since many patrol and Metropolitan Division officers lacked protective masks, increasing their risk of exposure.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Whatever else she lacked Medea had plenty of intelligence.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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"If you feel like it's a bit lacking," Jason says, "then, why not?"
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
They found that mice lacking CRH receptor 1 produced more OPCs during the early stages of development.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 14, 2026
The then-hypothetical facility had been a critical contingency for Riley, who never toured USC’s facilities, but knew — like most people around college football — that the Trojans were seriously lacking in that department.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
Common — and valid — reasons for declining include living far away, health issues, conflicts of interest and/or merely lacking the time or ability to manage the estate, the law firm adds.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
I didn’t realize, until this moment, just how lacking I am in both, at least when it comes to the race stuff.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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