as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
a growing deficit in the number of hours devoted to sleep
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Recent Examples of deficit
Secondly, as the world grapples with these crises, a trust deficit has emerged between Europe and its partners, particularly Africa.
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Michael Sheldrick, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Jokic’s first bench stint on Saturday was a minus-two, steady enough to keep a small deficit from getting out of hand.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 29 Dec. 2024
Under his administration, 8 million jobs were created and the budget deficit decreased.
—Jacob Knutson, Axios, 29 Dec. 2024
His clutch effort erased an eight-point deficit in the final seven minutes, fending off an all-time display from reigning Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama, who dominated with 42 points, 18 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 blocks.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
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Michael Sheldrick, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
Jokic’s first bench stint on Saturday was a minus-two, steady enough to keep a small deficit from getting out of hand.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 29 Dec. 2024
Under his administration, 8 million jobs were created and the budget deficit decreased.
—Jacob Knutson, Axios, 29 Dec. 2024
His clutch effort erased an eight-point deficit in the final seven minutes, fending off an all-time display from reigning Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama, who dominated with 42 points, 18 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 blocks.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 25 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deficit
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Travelers destined for Hawaii's Big Island this holiday season are running into a roadblock before even boarding the plane thanks to a shortage of rental cars on the island – and price gouging of what remains.Kait Hanson, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2024
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There is a shortage of cheery Tennessee high school football news this week.Tyler Palmateer, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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How much longer will a lack of spending and a corresponding lack of playoff success continue?Joshua Kloke, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
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For many, this has translated to a lack of use of AI, with 45% of companies saying that their data is not yet ready to support AI.Kimberly A. Whitler, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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Iron deficiency is also often an indication of another underlying health problem.Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Not getting enough B vitamins can lead to deficiencies, including anemia due to a lack of vitamin B6 or B12.Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Deficit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deficit. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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