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Be light on something

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Scarcity Implication

Use this phrase to imply something is scarce or insufficient in amount.

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We're light on volunteers for the event.

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Urgency Context

Suggests a need for immediate action due to lack of something.

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We must order more paper; we're light on stock.

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Subtle Request

Can be a polite way to ask for more of something.

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Could we get some more coffee? We're a bit light.

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