No. 651 in French
déficit
A shortage or deficiency, especially in finances or resources.
In a sentence
Le gouvernement prévoit un déficit budgétaire important cette année.
The government anticipates a significant budget deficit this year.
In this sentence, 'déficit' refers to a shortfall in budgets or financial resources, indicating an economic context.
L'équipe de football souffre d'un déficit de bons attaquants cette saison.
The football team is suffering from a deficit of good forwards this season.
Here, 'déficit' is used to describe a lack of resources, in this case skilled players, emphasizing a sports-related context.
Le déficit de sommeil peut causer de nombreux problèmes de santé.
A lack of sleep can cause numerous health problems.
In this example, 'déficit' conveys the idea of lacking something critical like sleep, applied to a health and personal well-being context.
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