Synonyms

drop behind

Idioms

Fall short of the normal pace or progress. For example, The teacher said Greg was dropping behind the class and needed extra help.

Example Sentences

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It’s only when we pay for it that we tend to leave no drop behind.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 24, 2024

"They were walking together but not hand in hand. At intervals the little girl would drop behind and then skip to catch up," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2023

After Fountains of Wayne’s main run was done, Schlesinger would then drop behind the scenes and go on to be known for his writing.

From Washington Times • Apr. 1, 2020

You won’t want to leave a drop behind.

From Washington Post • Mar. 9, 2017

Miig put his packsack on the ground, pulled the sash off his forehead, and let his bedroll drop behind his feet.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline

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