Words in the context
“The pandemic has _________ all of the city’s budget problems,” Gloria said.
exacerbated
Britain's _____________ of its natural gas reserves began after the Second World War.
exploitation
"The city's bike-sharing program relies on a well-planned __________ of bike lanes and docking stations."
infrastructure
"Improving access to clean water and _________ in rural communities has significantly reduced the spread of diseases."
There is a _________ of skilled workers in the building sector.
scarcity