shortfall
Example Sentences
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The project is needed to meet a coming shortfall of advanced chips capable of powering AI applications, including robo-taxis and robots.
From Barron's
Still, between state budget shortfalls and federal cuts, challenges remain, Anderson said.
From Los Angeles Times
Declining refining capacity causes supply shortfalls and price spikes whenever a unit goes off-line, whether because of maintenance or equipment failures.
That’s more manageable than it might seem: Even if Oracle borrows an additional $35 billion to cover that shortfall, its total debt will likely decline as it pays off older borrowings.
From Barron's
Last summer, the BBC revealed government documents showing there was a shortfall of around 10,000 probation staff to manage offenders serving sentences in the communities.
From BBC
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