The project failed far short of expectations.

I always come up short when it comes to saving money.

His performance was nothing short of a masterpiece.

I like to shop at that department store.

The horses were sent to the blacksmith to be shod.

You will be shocked to hear this.

The short sale of securities is a common strategy used by investors to profit from a declining stock market.

The company is short staffed and struggling to meet deadlines.