lack thereof

phrase

formal
—used to say that there is not enough of the thing that has been mentioned
The problem is money, or (a/the) lack thereof.

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Researchers, including those at ezCater, say that companies should reconsider their investments, or lack thereof, in meals for their employees. — Itzel Franco, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026 Now the rally coverage, or lack thereof, is coming under close examination. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026 But his more impressive follow-up LP, 2022’s River Fools & Mountain Saints, seemed to be marred by its rollout, or lack thereof. — Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 29 Sep. 2026 While the numbers, or lack thereof in this case, speak for themselves, Harrison's demeanor and energy levels have also been noticeable over two weeks, and not in a good way. — Mark Harris Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lack thereof

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lack of action
lack thereof
lack/want for nothing
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“Lack thereof.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lack%20thereof. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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