undermanned

adjective

un·​der·​manned ˌən-dər-ˈmand How to pronounce undermanned (audio)
: inadequately staffed

Examples of undermanned in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But sophomore Brock Glenn has been a consistent passer, dating to his arrival in March 2023 although he was forced into difficult starts on short notice in the ACC title game and an undermanned roster for the Orange Bowl. Bob Ferrante, Orlando Sentinel, 24 July 2024 The undermanned 2019 Dolphins then were beaten in their first six games, and that was when Drake was dealt. Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 19 July 2024 Both scored 16 crucial points in the win against the Friars, during which St. John’s blew a 15-point lead and survived a second-half surge by undermanned Providence. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 11 Jan. 2024 But, on the kind of day the Dodgers (29-16) typically have taxed their undermanned relief corps, the right-hander navigated six innings, filling up the bottom of the strike zone with low-90s fastballs, late-biting changeups and swing-and-miss cutters in a solid, bullpen-saving start. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for undermanned 

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Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undermanned was in 1848

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“Undermanned.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undermanned. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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