It was emotionally hot, an effort to provide the kind of inspirational leadership that many Democrats believe has been lacking in their party.

And he recognized that effort was sorely lacking on his side as well.

Whatever fans think of Rodriguez, his effort is never lacking.

Henderson refused to concede that his effort might have been lacking.

Montcalm tried to smile back but his effort lacked sincerity.

Unfortunately, these efforts often lack a vital ingredient: the involvement of parents and communities.

But it is likely that the new effort will lack much of the surprise and drama of the four-week trial last summer.

But Grey's efforts lacked the surprising spontaneity of the new campaign.

These efforts lacked the seriousness of the past however and they were unsuccessful.

But when the effort was lacking on Tuesday, he promised to show the players his other side.