undershot in a sentence

Definition

Undershot refers to failing to reach a target or goal, whether in a physical action or in performance.

The pilot realized he had undershot the landing strip and quickly adjusted his approach.
During the final exam, she felt she had undershot her potential, leaving some questions unanswered.
The archer was disappointed to see that he had undershot the target by several inches.
In the negotiation, they undershot their initial offer, hoping to leave room for counterproposals.
The team undershot their sales goal this quarter, prompting a reassessment of their strategy.