verb (less common) as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

fall short, lag behind, lose

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Example Sentences

Example:The film fell short of audience expectations.

Definition:To be less than what is desired or required; not to measure up.

From fall short

Example:The old computer model lagged behind its modern counterparts.

Definition:To be at a lower standard or level compared to others.

From lag behind

Example:In the race, he lost to his rival by just a fraction of a second.

Definition:To not win or to be defeated in a competition or contest.

From lose