The plot of the story lacks oomph.
The truck doesn't have the oomph to haul the boat.
Recent Examples on the WebOr put a little oomph in your activity with the outdoor gym and exercise equipment.—Bang Advertising Staff and Correspondents, The Mercury News, 5 June 2024 The jiggle, the extra oomph is now being celebrated.—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024 Scorsese couldn't resist doing a bit of directing, instructing Francesca to inject more oomph into her delivery.—EW.com, 21 May 2024 Our tester said that this product added an extra oomph to her look, leaving her fine, straight hair looking voluminous and smooth without any extra weight.—Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for oomph
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