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
Energy Information Administration does expect supply to fall short of demand for some time to come.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 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 the years that followed, I failed her so many times, each time asserting my own will, my right to fall short of expectations.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
