shortfall

Example Sentences

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Canada’s goods-trade shortfall expanded by C$3.31 billion to C$7.72 billion for the recent quarter, the data agency said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

But by then, the city also faced a $1-billion budget shortfall, fueled in part by increased personnel costs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

“We view the Zscaler guidance shortfall after the bell as company specific execution issues and not an indicator of broader sector issues,” Ives wrote in a research note.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

And analysts say it is not logical for India to fill the current shortfall in its imports from the US.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

After twenty-four hours of tireless work, Anthony went to the university trustees and presented $8,000 in pledges to make up the shortfall.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling