the factory discontinued manufacturing because it is deficient in resources.

economists advised the public to curtail unnecessary spending.

the company won't reimburse an employee for entertainment expenses.

the CEO deemed the proposal not worth any consideration.

the deficit grew because of increased spending.

a rival company released a(n) substantially similar product to ours.

the controversy precipitated a growing discrepancy of opinion among the workers.

policies with regard to discrimination will be stringently.