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| 1 | 99% | 8 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 26% | 14 | Go overboard in trying to make up for a deficit | |
| 3 | 25% | 9 | Wanting to make amends | |
Wanting Time To Make Up A Deficit Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SHORTAGE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SHORTAGE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SHORTAGE" which means:
- noun
- • The property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required
- • An acute insufficiency
An example sentence would be:
- • "There is a shortage of food in some parts of the world."
- • "The company is experiencing a shortage of skilled workers."
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