Found me wanting In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "found me wanting", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-07-17 02:07

Meaning of Found me wanting (redirected from find (something) wanting )

Synonyms:

fall short of (something)

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.

Grammar and Usage of Find (something) wanting

Verb Forms

  • find (something) wanting
  • finds (something) wanting
  • found (something) wanting
  • finding (something) wanting

The verb "find" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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