shortfall

Example Sentences

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To get a sense of the shortfall, consider this: the Treasury is currently thinking of giving the MOD an extra £13bn or so over the next four years.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

But the publication of its defence investment plan to plug a longer-term shortfall in investment was first expected back in late 2025 and has been pushed back -- to the frustration of industry and others.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

By December that year his shortfall had hit $5 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

According to Richardson, the new amphitheater — managed by Legends Global, but owned by the city — will help cover that shortfall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 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