drop behind
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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
Arizona failed on a chance to solidify its playoff chances over the past two weeks, losing four of five games to drop behind St. Louis for the West Division’s final playoff spot.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 30, 2021
After Fountains of Wayne’s main run was done, Mr. Schlesinger would then drop behind the scenes and go on to be known for his writing.
From Washington Post • Apr. 2, 2020
He is standing on a mountain road with his back to the steep drop behind him.
From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi
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