[Idiom] COME UP SHORT. - Learn Why Efforts Sometimes Fall Short!
Come up short.
/kʌm ʌp ʃɔrt/
Fail to meet a goal.
The idiom "Come up short" refers to situations where someone attempts to achieve something but fails to meet the goal or expectation. It can be used in both a literal sense, such as not reaching a physical mark, or more often figuratively, for underperforming at tasks or responsibilities.
Example Sentences
Despite their efforts, they came up short and missed the deadline.
They failed to meet the deadline despite trying hard.
He came up short on the funds needed for the project.
He was unable to gather all the necessary funds for his project.
After tallying the votes, his campaign came up short, not securing enough support.
His political campaign did not receive enough votes to win.