as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
there is a deficiency of fresh food in the diet of many of the working poor
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Recent Examples of deficiency
Vitamin A deficiencies, which are common in malnutrition cases, can lead to blindness.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 16 July 2025
The location had issues including unsafe food temperatures, pest activity, poor sanitation and equipment deficiencies.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2025
Vitamin C deficiency, although rare, can cause bleeding gums.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 8 July 2025
If the deficiency is prolonged, the plant may stop flowering and fruiting altogether.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2025
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 16 July 2025
The location had issues including unsafe food temperatures, pest activity, poor sanitation and equipment deficiencies.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2025
Vitamin C deficiency, although rare, can cause bleeding gums.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 8 July 2025
If the deficiency is prolonged, the plant may stop flowering and fruiting altogether.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for deficiency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deficiency
Noun
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Spain, to cite but one example, has a housing shortage and is currently considering levying a 100% tax on foreign buyers of real estate.—
William P. Barrett,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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California already faces some of the highest housing costs in the country and a shortage of construction workers.—
Umair Irfan,
Wired News,
19 July 2025
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Both actors, who have been previously married to other celebrities, have indicated a lack of interest in dating.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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Whether due to inadequate service, lack of knowledge and experience, or scheduling conflicts, transitioning to a planner who aligns better with your needs can provide the personalized and sophisticated support necessary for achieving your financial goals.—
Cicely Jones,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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“Deficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deficiency. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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