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Term: short of
Description:
The phrase "short of" is primarily used as a preposition and idiom to indicate a lack or insufficiency in something, or a failure to achieve a particular aim or goal.
Usage Examples:
- Preposition:
- I'm short of money to buy that book [Amazon search].
- We were short of time, so we couldn't finish the project.
- The team is short of players for tomorrow's match.
- Idiom:
- She fell short of her target in the marathon.
- He stopped just short of accusing her of lying.
- They are short of ideas for the upcoming campaign.
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