Find (something) wanting American British verb phrase
To find or determine someone, something that falls short of particular expectations, or standards
The inspectors found the local authority's permit wanting in the construction of the buildings.
Despite being impressed by his splendid idea, the employer finds his qualification wanting.
The boss was found responsibility wanting in paying money for workers.
The verb "find" should be conjugated according to its tense.
At a much higher level than other people or things
Peter is head and shoulders above the other contestants in the competition.