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The phrase "a smaller deficit" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing financial matters, budgets, or economic conditions where a reduction in the deficit is being referenced.
Example: "The government's new policy has resulted in a smaller deficit this fiscal year compared to the last."
Alternatives: "a reduced deficit" or "a lower deficit".
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A smaller deficit in services trade also had an effect on the final number.
In flush times, a smaller deficit would lower the debt ratio and that might be desirable.
Many analysts expect the EU will instruct Rome to redraw its budget, with a smaller deficit.
It boosts productivity, leading to higher wages, a bigger tax take and a smaller deficit.
Voters appear to want everything — including more jobs and a smaller deficit.
The Tories have a smaller deficit and the Lib Dems a modest surplus.
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Mr. Obama, in early August, accepted a smaller deficit-reduction package with only spending cuts to secure Republican votes to raise the debt limit.
I happen to have a small deficit in that area myself.
We wanted a small deficit and a bit of capital spending".
We do not mind a small deficit, and we do not mind a little time to get there.
But China's trade surplus has narrowed in recent months, even turning into a small deficit in March.
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