fall short

• No alcanzar la meta, estándar o expectativa deseada; ser insuficiente o carecer de algo en cantidad, calidad o resultado.

To fail to reach a desired goal, standard, or expectation; to be insufficient or lacking in quantity, quality, or performance.

1. Fail to reach a standardB2formal

   To fail to meet a required or expected level, amount, or standard.

   No alcanzar el estándar

   • The project fell short of the deadline.
   • Her performance fell short of the manager's expectations.
   • The company's profits fell short of the projected figures.

2. Be insufficientB2formal

   To be less than what is needed or desired.

   quedarse corto

   • The food supplies fell short during the winter.
   • His explanation fell short of convincing the audience.
   • The budget fell short of covering all the expenses.