What does the cryptic crossword clue "Runs out in shortage? That’s the end (5)" mean?

The definition is "end". The wordplay uses a deletion. DEA (synonym="DEA") + TH (synonym="=shortage, lack") = DEATH; definition: "the end" The answer is DEATH.

Runs out in shortage? That’s the end (5)

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