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The phrase "a lack of directed" is not correct in English as it is incomplete and lacks a noun to follow "directed." It can be used in contexts discussing the absence of direction or focus, but it needs to be completed for clarity.
Example: "The project suffered due to a lack of directed efforts from the team."
Alternatives: "a lack of guidance" or "a lack of focus."
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These findings are consistent with a lack of directed targeting of sensorin mRNA from soma to branches receiving synaptogenic signals, although there is local redistribution of sensorin mRNA within the neuronal process at synaptic sites.
Administration of the MEK inhibitor PD184161 (10 μM) to the Dunn chamber caused the cells to move relatively short distances and to more readily change direction compared to control cells (Fig. 4 and Supplementary Fig. E4, video 3, online only, available at www.exphem.org), suggesting a lack of directed chemotaxis in response to SDF1α.
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Eventually, Mr. Nakai became suspicious because of a lack of direct contact with the birth mother.
Photo: The town of Viganella suffers each year at this time from a lack of direct sunlight.
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To pass the queasiness test, a relationship needs three things: symmetry, a lack of direct reciprocity, and a "belonging motive".
A lack of direct reciprocity means you are willing to do a favour without expecting something immediately in return.
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But there is a lack of direct evidence, according to Claire Anderson, professor of social pharmacy at the University of Nottingham and vice-chair of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
In the subsequent report into the row, the BBC concluded there was a "lack of direct control by Radio 2" over Brand's independent production company.
The report concludes there was a "lack of direct control by Radio 2" over Brand's independent production company, Vanity Projects, which made his show for the station.
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