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English Word of the Day: 307 deficit - noun

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Word of the Day:

deficit - noun - pronunciation link

Definition

a shortage that results when spending is greater than earnings, or imports are greater than exports

Example Sentences

The federal deficit has become a huge problem for the economic health of the country.
We have a deficit in our school budget.

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