Lag ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Lag ( verb )

1. To move or proceed slowly or with difficulty, especially in comparison with others.
2. To fall behind in a race or competition.
3. To fall behind in achieving or completing something.

Origin:

From middle english lagghen 'to trail', of scandinavian origin.

Examples:

1. The old car was lagging behind, unable to keep pace with the newer and faster vehicles on the road.
2. The runner was lagging behind, his breathing labored and his pace slowing with each passing mile.
3. The company was lagging behind its competitors, struggling to keep up with the latest innovations and technologies.
4. The team was lagging behind in their goals, facing challenges and setbacks at every turn.
5. The economy was lagging behind, growing more slowly than other countries and struggling to catch up.

(As a noun)

Lag ( noun )

1. To move or proceed slowly or with difficulty, especially in comparison with others.
2. To fall behind in a race or competition.
3. To fall behind in achieving or completing something.

Origin:

From middle english lagghen 'to trail', of scandinavian origin.

Examples:

1. The old car was lagging behind, unable to keep pace with the newer and faster vehicles on the road.
2. The runner was lagging behind, his breathing labored and his pace slowing with each passing mile.
3. The company was lagging behind its competitors, struggling to keep up with the latest innovations and technologies.
4. The team was lagging behind in their goals, facing challenges and setbacks at every turn.
5. The economy was lagging behind, growing more slowly than other countries and struggling to catch up.