今一歩
Meanings
1
Used when referring to one additional item, person, or option, often in a set or comparison. Similar to 今一つ (いまひとつ) sense 1.
See also: 今ひとつ (いまひとつ)
I recommend one more candidate.
2
not quite; not completely
Expresses that something is slightly lacking or not fully satisfactory. Often used with negative or hesitant nuance. Similar to 今一つ (いまひとつ) sense 2.
See also: 今ひとつ (いまひとつ)
That explanation is not quite clear.
3
close run; just falling short of success
Describes a situation where success was narrowly missed; often used in competitive or evaluative contexts.
We lost just one step short of the championship.