Cryptic crossword clue
Lacks way to make out in braces 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word SHORTAGES

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What does SHORTAGES mean?

SHORTAGES noun
  1. A lack or deficiency; an insufficient amount.

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