shortfall

Example Sentences

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"It does raise questions for the Welsh government in how that shortfall in tree planting will be made up for in the future, either with more planting or with other actions across the wider economy."

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

This podcast series examines the strategies emerging to solve the country’s housing shortfall as high interest rates and a chronic shortage of inventory have pushed the U.S. housing market to a breaking point.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

However, Bergin noted that even when adjusting for this assumed $1 billion shortfall, managed services bookings still would have decreased—an outcome he believes “would have challenged investor growth views” anyway.

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

Most recently, in April, a funding shortfall strained the supply of medicine, according to the two correctional health staff members who requested anonymity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 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