I thought they'd disappeared years ago, because they imply a lack of generosity towards eaters.

Those too-tight relationships don't imply a lack of kindness.

Although failure to finish a book might imply a lack of moral fibre or educational grit, at least people were prepared to admit their foibles.

Balanced job complexes imply a lack of owners or formal managers involved in the workplace, as all tasks are balanced for empowerment.

The term may also imply a lack of sophistication and cunning.