CEFR B1

shortages

noun

Meaning

A situation in which something that is needed cannot be obtained because there is not enough of it.

Examples

There is a shortage of qualified nurses in rural areas.
The company faced a shortage of essential components, leading to production delays.

Synonyms: lack, dearth, deficiency, scarcity

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shortages (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈʃɔːrtɪdʒ/

Definition

A situation in which something that is needed cannot be obtained because there is not enough of it.

Examples

There is a shortage of qualified nurses in rural areas.
The company faced a shortage of essential components, leading to production delays.
A sudden shortage of sugar caused prices to skyrocket.

How to Use shortages

shortage of (prepositional phrase): A lack of a specific thing. — "We have a shortage of volunteers for the event."

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