trade deficits
- plural of trade deficit.
Example Sentences
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The U.S. says that it wants a level playing field to reduce trade deficits with its two neighbors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
"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
Large trade deficits have been made up for by remittances from Yemenis working abroad and foreign aid.
From The 1991 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
