Definition of Shortage

a lack of something

Examples of Shortage in a sentence

A shortage of teachers has put thousands of students in overcrowded classrooms.  🔊

Because of the water shortage, homeowners are only allowed to water their lawns on certain days.  🔊

A shortage of soldiers has led the army to launch a major recruiting campaign.  🔊

Since the hospital has a shortage of doctors, there is always a long wait in the emergency room.  🔊

A beef shortage has caused many restaurants to increase the price of their burgers.  🔊

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