fall short of
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As it currently stands, road use fees fall short of fully funding roadway systems in most states already, and governments are currently diverting funds from other sources.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
Lee noted that many adults fall short of recommended fiber intake levels, making supplementation a practical option in some cases.
From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2026
Flesh-and-blood idols almost always fall short of our expectations.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026
But the government’s actions fall short of what experts say is needed to eradicate an illicit industry that has become deeply rooted in Cambodia and has stolen billions of dollars from Americans in recent years.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026
He was so content in this country, so impressed with and loving of its opportunities, but then why, sometimes, did Americans fall short of their best selves?
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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