as in shortages
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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Owner David Garcia, who also runs La Camaronera, cited personal hardships, rising costs and labor shortages as factors in the closure.
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Builders are also under their own pressure from higher material costs, persistent labor shortages, and slower sales.
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The artist thought that paintings and drawings have a certain depth that photography on its own lacks.
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What Hafley’s team lacks are proven, established names; productivity that can be relied on if healthy.
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“Dearths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dearths. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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