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Definition go short (of something) in American English

go short (of something) phrase

phrase
1

to have less than you need of something such as food, clothing, or shelter

Example

As long as I have a job my children will never go short.

Synonyms and related words
inadequate insufficient scant
Definition go short (of something) in American English