DROP BEHIND Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

drop behind

phrase

Definition of drop behind

as in delay

to move or act slowly He dropped behind in the second half of the race.

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fall behind

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England were the only other side to fall behind twice and win, overcoming first-half concessions against DR Congo and Norway before winning both 2-1.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 21 July 2026
The Padres fell behind early and stranded runners throughout.

— Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026

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