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The phrase "lacks knowledge of" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used to describe someone who does not possess information or understanding about a particular subject. Example: "The candidate lacks knowledge of the latest software development practices, which may hinder their performance in the role."
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"I think [Trump] lacks knowledge of the world, and knowledge of nuclear weapons and the consequences of their use.
And this is really what Ms. Palin lacks: knowledge — of history, yes, but also of culture, geography, science and philosophy.
Magistrate Francis said in his ruling that it was a "close question" but that he was now convinced that Mr. Giuliani "lacks knowledge" of the details of the decision.
The trustee claimed that Koufax, who invested with Madoff because of his friendship with Wilpon, lacks knowledge of Wilpon and Katz's so-called willful blindness and is irrelevant to the case.
So he lacks knowledge of its content (since knowledge requires truth).
A panel headed by the Commons Speaker chose Australian Carol Mills, but critics say she lacks knowledge of parliamentary procedure.
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AMERICANS are often ridiculed for lacking knowledge of world news.
Many of the newest Hispanic immigrants lack knowledge of the American political system.
Not surprisingly, Americans lacked knowledge of what exactly the law did.
But that is challenging when we still lack knowledge of their basic biology.
Data uncertainty is understood as the lacking knowledge of a single value.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com