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How to pronounce “shortage

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Pronunciation guide for shortage

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of shortage with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
How Industrial Fishing Sinks Communitieswe are experiencing an unusual shortage of fish.
Definition summary
A lack or deficiency; an insufficient amount.

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How to pronounce shortage

How Industrial Fishing Sinks Communities

we are experiencing an unusual shortage of fish.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “shortage

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A lack or deficiency; an insufficient amount.

Practice Nearby Words

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