falling short

Example Sentences

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Iren reported $144.8 million of revenue, falling short of Wall Street’s estimates of $220.2 million.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

The ecommerce giant has guided its operating expenses at between 35% and 36% of revenue, falling short of expectations for its profit outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Let them slide, and suddenly there’s shame, stigma, a sense that you’re falling short.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

He has twice run for Superior Court, falling short in 2020 and 2022.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

I was falling short in my attacks and getting hit in preparation of my attack.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad