shortfall
noun
the quantity or extent by which something falls short; deficiency; shortage.
shortfalls
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pluralof shortfall.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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A low cost of capital can cushion shortfalls.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
Experts say capacity shortfalls during busy times, housing developments and planning regulations are partly to blame, with rules varying across London's 33 councils - creating more challenges for network providers.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
WSJ: What other steps are you taking to mitigate water shortfalls?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
“For years, wildfire survivors have been forced to wait for answers while restitution shortfalls remain unresolved,” Patterson said in a statement after the bill passed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026
The unemployment caused home foreclosures, leading to shortfalls in property tax receipts, and therefore holes in the school budget.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
