Shortage Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Shortage (7) last seen in Mirror Classic puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 7 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is DEFICIT.

Crossword Answer For Shortage (7):

7 Potential Answers:

Answer	Length	Source	Date
DEFICIT Shortage (7)	(7)	Mirror Classic	Sep 15, 2025
LACK Shortage (4)	(4)	Puzzler	Sep 13, 2025
SCARCITY Shortage	(8)	Eugene Sheffer	Jan 15, 2025
DEARTH Shortage	(6)	Mirror Tea Time	Jun 21, 2024
NEED Shortage	(4)	LA Times Daily	Mar 1, 2024
WANT Shortage	(4)
DEFICIENCY Shortage	(10)

33 Similar Clues:

Rank	Answer	Length	Source	Date
35%	TOOFEW A shortage of	(6)	Premier Sunday	Jul 14, 2024
35%	DEARTHS Shortages	(7)	Commuter	May 14, 2024
35%	ALOT No shortage	(4)
35%	LACKS Shortages	(5)
35%	WANTS Shortages.	(5)
35%	NEEDS Shortages.	(5)
32%	HAWKDEFICIT Shortage of raptors?	(11)	LA Times Daily	Jun 13, 2025
30%	DROUGHT Shortage of rain	(7)	Mirror Tea Time	Dec 20, 2024
30%	FAMINES Food shortages	(7)
30%	RUNOUT Experience shortage	(6)	The Sun Two Speed	Jun 8, 2024

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What is the answer of Shortage (7) Crossword Clue?

In this clue, "Shortage" is a hint that suggests a lack or insufficiency of something. The answer, "NEED," fits perfectly as it signifies a requirement or necessity that is lacking. This connection showcases how clues in crosswords can cleverly lead you to the right answer through wordplay and context.