Definition of Dearth
a scarcity or lack of something
Examples of Dearth in a sentence
Because there was a dearth of evidence, the district attorney had to drop the charges. 🔊
The test scores revealed a dearth of comprehension. 🔊
Although the lake is filled with water, the dearth of aquatic life makes it a gloomy sight. 🔊
While you can find a house quite cheaply in the suburbs, there is a dearth of affordable housing in the city. 🔊
The dearth of money going into cancer research is putting many lives in danger. 🔊
Angered by the dearth of attention being given to her daughter at school, the mother began to teach her child at home. 🔊
As soon as the popular celebrity began wearing purple nail polish, there was suddenly a dearth of purple nail polish in stores. 🔊
Because you cheated on me, I have a dearth of affection for you! 🔊
Since there is a dearth of ice cream shops in this area, now is the perfect time to open up shop. 🔊
Even though the economy is slowly getting better, many Christmas trees will have a dearth of presents. 🔊
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