Answer:

lacked

Answer	Crossword Clue
LACKED	Needed
LACKED	Didn't have
LACKED	Went without

LACKED	Was missing
LACKED	Had a shortage
LACKED	Was without
LACKED	Was in need of

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.