shortfall
Example Sentences
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Government then passes emergency funding legislation to make up the shortfall.
"As things stand, we expect a substantial shortfall in 2026," they added.
From Barron's
BCP finance councillor Mike Cox said the council was "looking at every nook and cranny" as it attempted to tackle a £9m budget shortfall.
From BBC
So it’s hard to hear the numbers and not be shocked and angry, especially as the Golden State is faced with a budget shortfall that may be as much as $18 billion.
From Los Angeles Times
Complicating the state’s budget process is an anticipated shortfall in the coming year.
From Los Angeles Times
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