shortfall

Example Sentences

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This long-term slowdown in housing construction has left the region with an older, more strained housing stock and a deep shortfall in affordable options.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

California’s coffers are sufficient to meet demand for refined products like jet fuel and gasoline in April, but a shortfall is likely to emerge over the following months, Walz said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

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

This all started with me noticing a 60-liter shortfall in water production.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir