fall short of
Example Sentences
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Even that sizable chunk will likely fall short of demand.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 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
In early March, seven major AI sector players pledged to offset their electricity consumption by investing in new power generation -- though critics say voluntary commitments fall short of what is needed.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 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
