not enough to cover
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Under EU rules, the public deficit -- when government revenue is not enough to cover spending -- must not be above three percent of gross domestic product.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
In a May Bankrate survey, 24% of people had no emergency savings, while 30% of people had some but not enough to cover the recommended minimum of three months’ expenses.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 21, 2025
But that’s still not enough to cover the cost of housing, she told me, and she’s given up on government help.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2025
Head teacher Sarah Smith said the amount given per meal per child - 78p for those on free school meals - was not enough to cover the cost of food and staff.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2025
Add as much distilled water as the crumbs will soak up, but not enough to cover the bread.
From The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged. by Eyre, J. W. H. (John William Henry)
