Falls short, say Crossword Clue

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Falls short, say Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

FALLS (noun)
1. a steep descent of the water of a river
2. the petals or sepals of a flower that bend downward (especially the outer perianth of an iris)
SAY (verb)
1. have or contain a certain wording or form
2. give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
SAY (noun)
1. the chance to speak

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