trade deficit
noun
a negative balance of trade, or the amount by which the value of a country’s imports exceeds that of its exports.
trade deficits
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pluralof trade deficit.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"The United States will continue to engage with Mexico and Canada to address the agreement's shortcomings and our trade deficits with these countries," he added.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
Experts are increasingly warning of a "China shock 2.0", with a glut of inexpensive goods made in the Asian powerhouse threatening manufacturers around the world as trade deficits widen.
From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026
He cited Section 122, which allows the president to impose tariffs up to 15% for a maximum of 150 days without congressional approval to address large and persistent trade deficits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026
Still, substantial trade deficits have stabilized and persisted in recent months.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 12, 2026
Large trade deficits have been compensated for by remittances from Yemenis working abroad and by foreign aid.
From The 1993 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
