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also drouth
as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
there's been a drought of good movies this year
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Recent Examples of drought
The Denver Board of Water Commissioners enacted the restrictions in March because of the state’s drought status.
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Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
Severe weather such as droughts and wildfires, which are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change, can occur without warning and saddle operators with unexpected costs.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 29 May 2026
With handsome, compound foliage that remains evergreen in frost-free areas, this heat and drought tolerant shrub makes a lovely accent or focal point.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
From 2013-20, the Knicks went through a seven-year playoff drought, which was the longest in franchise history.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 29 May 2026
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Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
Severe weather such as droughts and wildfires, which are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change, can occur without warning and saddle operators with unexpected costs.
—Joe Hernandez, NPR, 29 May 2026
With handsome, compound foliage that remains evergreen in frost-free areas, this heat and drought tolerant shrub makes a lovely accent or focal point.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 May 2026
From 2013-20, the Knicks went through a seven-year playoff drought, which was the longest in franchise history.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drought
Noun
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Despite more than $100 million in federal investment, the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority continues to struggle with aging generators, equipment shortages and years of deferred maintenance.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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In a time of a workforce shortage, Mainstay is not replacing people with tech.—
Megan Shinn,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
Noun
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The problem was that when injuries started to bite, a lack of depth was laid bare.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The franchisees migrated away from the legacy brand because of rising food costs, slowing sales and a lack of engagement from the corporate office, according to The Fresno Bee.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
27 May 2026
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“Drought.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drought. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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