shortfall

Example Sentences

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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

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is soliciting private donations from wealthy residents and companies to address a projected budget shortfall of over $900 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

But the government "will not immediately increase this shortfall", he added.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

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

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir