fall short of

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Even that sizable chunk will likely fall short of demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

But health officials say the full extent of the outbreak is still unclear, with international authorities warning that the reported figures likely fall short of the true number of cases.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“With just two months until kickoff, indicators suggest the anticipated economic lift may fall short of expectations,” the report said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Analysis suggests the health service will likely fall short of achieving the targets - which were set out by the Health Secretary Jeremy Miles in April 2025 - despite considerable progress.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

I crouch down in the dirt against one of the big boulders as the light sweeps by again, but the edges of the bright beam fall short of me.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed