fall short in
Example Sentences
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The chip supports Apple Intelligence AI features, but might fall short in some tasks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
The Warriors have too much firepower for the Lakers, who continued to rally in the second half but fall short in the season opener.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025
If Maresca and his team fall short in the Premier League, injuries throughout the winter period will be considered a significant factor.
From BBC • May 14, 2025
SUVs often fall short in another area: being fun to drive.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 6, 2023
“No, that you won’t do. You fall short in savagery, Samuel. I know you. You’ll give him sweet-sounding words and you’ll come dragging back and try to make me forget you ever went.”
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
