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as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
there was a dearth of usable firewood at the campsite
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as in lack
the fact or state of being absent
the dearth of salesclerks at the shoe store annoyed us
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Recent Examples of dearth
Regarding the multi-genre music festival’s dearth of big-name country acts: Southern Entertainment produces Carolina Country Music Fest as well as Barefoot Country Music Fest in Wildwood, N.J., and have booked Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson and Rascal Flatts to perform sets at both June festivals.
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Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2025
This can be difficult given both the intensity of regulatory control over financial data and the dearth of publicly available audit materials not sourced from large, public corporations.
—William Tarr, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Bob the Drag Queen’s magnificent reunion wig Photo: Griffin Nagel/Peacock
There was a disappointing dearth of elaborate headwear at this year’s reunion.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2025
The 29-page proposal is presented as a roadmap for how Cuomo, as a seasoned government veteran, can turn the tide on the city’s housing crisis, which has caused rents to skyrocket amid a dearth of vacant apartments and surging demand.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
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Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2025
This can be difficult given both the intensity of regulatory control over financial data and the dearth of publicly available audit materials not sourced from large, public corporations.
—William Tarr, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Bob the Drag Queen’s magnificent reunion wig Photo: Griffin Nagel/Peacock
There was a disappointing dearth of elaborate headwear at this year’s reunion.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2025
The 29-page proposal is presented as a roadmap for how Cuomo, as a seasoned government veteran, can turn the tide on the city’s housing crisis, which has caused rents to skyrocket amid a dearth of vacant apartments and surging demand.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dearth
Noun
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Progress in solving California’s unquestioned housing shortage can often be measured by the number of permits issued for new construction or conversions of existing office towers.—
Thomas Elias,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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What these Deals Tell Us About Investor Demand The first quarter transactions in Brooklyn and Manhattan signal robust investor confidence in free market multifamily, driven by the appeal of assets with minimal regulatory constraints and the city's persistent housing shortage.—
Shimon Shkury,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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The lack of border security created real problems for Americans, including crimes such as human trafficking and drug smuggling.—
Nicole Russell,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Thousands of people become trapped in their homes, buildings, and businesses, further isolated by the lack of communication.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
1 May 2025
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Fatima Jubril, who is now turning to Tom Brown in the absence of Plumpy'Nut for her son, Ibrahim, says ingredients are expensive.—
Marc Silver,
NPR,
25 Apr. 2025
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The Celtics are expected to be cautious with their veteran guard, and his absence could prompt adjustments to the starting lineup.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Dearth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dearth. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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