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Shortfall Bound To Restrict Conservative Leader If Mounting Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "DEFICIT" which means:
- noun
- • The property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required
- • A deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning
- • (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing
- • An excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period)
An example sentence would be:
- • "The government is facing a budget deficit due to increased spending."
- • "The trade deficit between the two countries is widening."
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The Guardian Cryptic29 May 2019 | Down 20 | |
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