fall short

• Não alcançar a meta, o padrão ou a expectativa desejada; ser insuficiente ou ficar aquém em quantidade, qualidade ou desempenho.

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.

   Não atingir o padrão

   • 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.

   Ser insuficiente

   • 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.