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shortfall

[shawrt-fawl] / ˈʃɔrtˌfɔl /


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But this year’s shortfall is estimated at 5.8%, rising to 6.7% in a decade.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The most effective way to make up any shortfall?

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Although her division is far from fully staffed, Ms. Dhillon says she is making up its lawyers’ shortfall with numerous hires from private firms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The fund would have average growth of about 8.5% over 75 years, which could cover about 75% of the projected shortfall in Social Security.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

This latest shortfall would involve more cuts in the arts.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove