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Expectation Gap

Used when someone's performance doesn't meet the expected standards or goals.

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He trained hard but still came short of being selected for the team.
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Objective Not Met

Emphasizes the failure to achieve a specific, often measurable, objective.

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The charity campaign came short of its donation target.
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Effort Acknowledged

Acknowledges effort even though the desired outcome wasn't reached.

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She studied all night but still came short in the final exam.
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