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lackluster

[lak-luhs-ter] / ˈlækˌlʌs tər /


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It would fix labor shortages, underfunded pension systems and lackluster productivity growth, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Davis says he thinks the lackluster performance of the stock this year has reflected a “show-me” attitude about Greg Abel, the new CEO.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

This amalgamation of excessive style is a favorite at the multiplex these days, typically to lackluster effect.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Authors often shine on the page but can be lackluster on camera.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

His sole claim to fame during a lackluster tenure on the city council was detecting a bookkeeping error that would have cost the city a million dollars.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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