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

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, Schlesinger would then drop behind the scenes and go on to be known for his writing.

From Washington Times • Apr. 1, 2020

“Okay! Here’s the plan: We’ll drop behind this hill to be out of sight of the gym, then circle around those smaller hills and sneak up from the back.”

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart

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