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lean year

 

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Term: Lean Year

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A period of financial hardship or scarcity.

Usage: In a general context, "lean year" refers to a time when there is a lack of sufficient resources, particularly money, making it difficult to meet financial obligations or maintain a comfortable lifestyle.

Example Sentence: The pandemic caused many small businesses to face a lean year, with reduced sales and financial struggles.

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