falling short
Example Sentences
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Stearns explained Mendoza’s dismissal by saying the Mets know they “are falling short and change is necessary to move forward.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Higher capital expenditure, revenue guidance falling short of expectations, and the growth of cloud computing diluting the company’s software margins all look like concerns.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
Votes were still being counted Wednesday, but preliminary results from Tuesday’s primary had Measure TT falling short of the majority needed for passage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 4, 2026
In a tight category, Aaron Drinan's 22 goals made him the winner, despite his club Swindon falling short in their quest to reach the play-offs.
From BBC ● May 28, 2026
“My trouble, Bast, is that she is very important. Important to the story. I cannot think of how to describe her without falling short of the mark.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
