Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with shortcoming in British Collocation
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.