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shortfall

[shawrt-fawl] / ˈʃɔrtˌfɔl /
NOUN
deficit; imperfection
Synonyms
STRONGEST
deficiency flaw lack loss shortage shortcoming
STRONG
arrears default defectiveness inadequacy incompleteness insufficiency
WEAK
in the hole in the red insufficience red ink underage
Antonyms
STRONGEST
abundance enough perfection plenty success sufficiency

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The delays come alongside reports of the Ministry of Defence facing a £28bn funding shortfall over the next four years.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Global oil output in March had an estimated shortfall of 8 million barrels a day, or 8% less than needed, according BNY.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

California’s coffers are sufficient to meet demand for refined products like jet fuel and gasoline in April, but a shortfall is likely to emerge over the following months, Walz said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The department found 22 counties had a “severe” shortage of at least 50% fewer mental health professionals than demanded, while Los Angeles faced a 20% to 35% shortfall.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

This latest shortfall would involve more cuts in the arts.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove

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