leave a lot to be desired
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[leave] something to be desired

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to leave a lot to be desired
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to fail to fulfill one's expectations
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What is the origin of the idiom "leave a lot to be desired" and when to use it?

The idiom "leave a lot to be desired" originated in the late 1700s. It is used to express that something is imperfect, unsatisfactory, or not as good as it should be. The phrase is used to imply that the quality or standard of something falls short of expectations or requirements

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The new software's user interface leaves a lot to be desired, making it difficult to navigate.
The steak was overcooked and insipid, leaving much to be desired.
The company's customer service leaves much to be desired, with long wait times and unhelpful responses.
His performance in the interview left much to be desired, and he didn't get the job.
The cleanliness of the hotel room left a lot to be desired, with visible dust and dirt.
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