fall short in
Example Sentences
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“This has given me a deeper understanding of both the challenges individuals and families face and the ways in which the system can fall short in addressing those needs,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The chip supports Apple Intelligence AI features, but might fall short in some tasks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
PSG would again fall short in France’s domestic cup competitions, losing in the French Cup quarter-finals and League Cup semi-finals to Lorient and Bordeaux respectively.
From BBC • Oct. 1, 2024
SUVs often fall short in another area: being fun to drive.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 6, 2023
“When I watch you fence, you’re so good at making people fall short in their attack. How do you do it?”
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
