as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
a paucity of useful answers to the problem of traffic congestion at rush hour
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Recent Examples of paucity
Does the paucity of Americans on San Diego’s roster provide more fodder to critics of soccer development in the United States?
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Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
The paucity of evidence—there have fortunately been only two nuclear strikes and no nuclear wars—should generate some caution in drawing sweeping conclusions about nuclear scenarios, which are all speculative.
—Paul Avey, Foreign Affairs, 6 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately, that brand loyalty isn’t always rewarded, evidenced by the paucity in representation when marketing said products.
—Kenneth J. Williams Jr., Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
This may be because of fear of resistance or just paucity of time as leaders dynamically react to ongoing change and disruption.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
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Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025
The paucity of evidence—there have fortunately been only two nuclear strikes and no nuclear wars—should generate some caution in drawing sweeping conclusions about nuclear scenarios, which are all speculative.
—Paul Avey, Foreign Affairs, 6 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately, that brand loyalty isn’t always rewarded, evidenced by the paucity in representation when marketing said products.
—Kenneth J. Williams Jr., Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
This may be because of fear of resistance or just paucity of time as leaders dynamically react to ongoing change and disruption.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for paucity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paucity
Noun
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Earlier this month, analysts at BTIG said tariffs could make dining operators like Texas Roadhouse vulnerable to supply chain disruptions and product shortages.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
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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His quickness getting across the crease, his evident athleticism, more than made up for any lack of experience.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, only 10% of indie authors and publishers earn more than $10,000 annually, often due to a lack of promotional strategy.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Paucity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paucity. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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