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undermanned

[uhn-der-mand] / ˌʌn dərˈmænd /
ADJECTIVE
inadequate in work force
Synonyms


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Despite being undermanned, they managed to withstand an emboldened Bosnia attack and find the back of the net again when Malik Tillman curled home a free kick in the 82nd minute.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 2, 2026

The investigations reveal undermanned departments and under-trained sailors, who appear to have grown accustomed to operating that way.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 23, 2026

Riding high with a 7-2 record and playing against an undermanned and seemingly overwhelmed team, the Lakers got boat raced by Atlanta on Nov. 8.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 1, 2025

Mr Kessler said that the "severely undermanned" Secret Service likely is refocusing its efforts on more immediate threats, such as those faced by Trump and members of his administration.

From BBC Aug. 29, 2025

The Watch now had garrisons at Icemark, Long Barrow, Sable Hall, Greyguard, and Deep Lake, all badly undermanned, but ten castles still stood empty and abandoned.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin



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