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Common collocations with shortcoming in British Collocation

shortcoming noun countable

UK /ˈʃɔː(r)tˌkʌmɪŋ/

serious

fundamental
major
serious
severe
significant

This investigation has identified a series of serious shortcomings.

obvious

evident
obvious

Taking the short-term view, obvious shortcomings have surfaced over the past week.

types of shortcomings

methodological
procedural

Methodological shortcomings of some studies are discussed.

seeming

alleged
apparent
perceived

The trustees became so concerned over alleged shortcomings that they shut the club down.

find shortcomings

expose
highlight
identify
identify
reveal
uncover
uncover

He then admitted that the inspection also highlighted some shortcomings.

correct shortcomings

correct
overcome
rectify
remedy

Attempts to rectify these shortcomings are currently taking place.

admit shortcomings

acknowledge
admit
recognize

We were impressed with the way in which he openly acknowledged his shortcomings.

tackle shortcomings

address

I believe that we must seriously address the manifest shortcomings in the means by which we communicate and consult.