Meaning of the word "leave something to be desired" in English
What does "leave something to be desired" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
leave something to be desired
US /liːv ˈsʌmθɪŋ tu bi dɪˈzaɪərd/
UK /liːv ˈsʌmθɪŋ tu bi dɪˈzaɪəd/
Idiom
to be unsatisfactory or not as good as expected
Example:
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The quality of the food at the restaurant left something to be desired.
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His performance in the play left something to be desired.