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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
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.
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
And despite putting United’s defence under significant pressure throughout the match, the dearth of clinical edge was evident as City failed to make the most of their chances in the final third.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
In a statement provided by her attorney to THR, Smith denied the claims of abuse, arduous working hours and dearth of appropriate compensation and said that Rockelle had appeared in several accusers’ videos without payment or common labor protections.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2025
Few areas on the farside, with its dearth of volcanism, have a high abundance of thorium.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 13 Apr. 2025
And despite putting United’s defence under significant pressure throughout the match, the dearth of clinical edge was evident as City failed to make the most of their chances in the final third.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
In a statement provided by her attorney to THR, Smith denied the claims of abuse, arduous working hours and dearth of appropriate compensation and said that Rockelle had appeared in several accusers’ videos without payment or common labor protections.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2025
Few areas on the farside, with its dearth of volcanism, have a high abundance of thorium.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 9 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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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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But, sadly, because bathrooms are such high-moisture rooms with a lack of ventilation, mold is easy to grow.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2025
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Yet, beyond the almost comical disclosures, one of the least memorable lines was also the most enlightening — and highlights why, despite Howe being absent for a fortnight after contracting pneumonia, Tindall has been able to seamlessly step up and take charge of first-team matters in his absence.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
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 2 May. 2025.
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