But what their opponents lack in mobilizing the grass roots, they make up for in money and powerful connections.

Reagan was perceived by many to possess the leadership qualities that his opponent lacked.

President Reagan implied that the judge's opponents lacked intelligence.

Mr. Gingrich's opponents certainly will not be lacking ammunition in the future.

He still held Dublin, but only because his opponents lacked the strength to claim the final prize.

The hint is that Tyson's other opponents lacked it.

And if our opponents lack such weapons, I cannot imagine them leaving this one behind.

My opponent lacks the necessary moral fibre to be President of our great country.

But Adam had a deftness with his barbs that his opponent lacked.

Critics conceded that, because the opponents lacked a clear alternative, they were outmaneuvered.