Originally Posted by
FrequentFlyerYYZ
The OP used X miles short in their example. However, I'm actually Y miles short. Will that make a difference?
Originally Posted by
Jagboi
Yes, and J miles are different again

And no, you cannot max out your credit card doing 'holiday season' shopping to make up the delta. Those are not status miles. However flying T+ to visit your family members will earn you status miles toward your status.