come short

• No alcanzar la meta, el estándar o la expectativa deseada; ser insuficiente o deficiente en algún aspecto.

To fail to reach a desired goal, standard, or expectation; to be insufficient or lacking in some way.

1. Fail to meet expectationsB2formal

   To fail to reach a required standard, goal, or expectation.

   quedarse corto

   • The project came short of the deadline due to delays.
   • His performance came short of what the coach expected.
   • The company's profits came short of the projected figures.

2. Lack somethingB2formal

   To be insufficient or lacking in a particular quality or quantity.

   carecer de, no alcanzar

   • The budget came short of covering all the expenses.
   • Her explanation came short of convincing the audience.
   • The supplies came short of what was needed for the trip.