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Definition: to not reach a particular level, but only by a small amount Level: C2
今年上半年的销售额略低于目标。
Sales for the first half of this year ___fell just ___short ___of the target.
此外，不可否认的是，公共交通未能达到规划过程中设定的目标。
Furthermore, it cannot be denied that public transport ___falls ___short ___of the target set during the planning process.
她的考试成绩略低于入学要求的分数。
Her exam results ___fell ___short ___of the required grade for admission.