fall short of
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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
High prices are likely to continue taking their toll on jewelry, while ETF demand may fall short of highs seen in 2025 if interest rates stay higher for longer, the WGC said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 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
When my own experiences fall short of the mark, I just go out and spend some of his.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
