deficit in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Deficit: a shortfall or lack of something, particularly in financial terms, where expenditures exceed revenues or resources.
Crossword clues for deficit
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "deficit".
- Shortage in funds or resources
- When expenses outweigh income
- Insufficient funds in a budget
- Negative balance in finances
- Lack of necessary resources
Deficit sentence examples
- The country is facing a significant budget deficit that could impact social services.
- After reviewing the financial statements, the accountant noted a surprising deficit in the revenue projections.
- The athlete was diagnosed with a vitamin D deficit, prompting dietary changes to improve her health.
- To address the skills deficit in the workforce, the government implemented new training programs.
- The charity's fundraising efforts fell short, resulting in a deficit that hindered its ability to support local families.