as in leisurely
moving or proceeding at less than the normal, desirable, or required speed
I hate being stuck behind laggard drivers on the freeway
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as in snail
someone who moves slowly or more slowly than others
tried to spur on the laggards at the back of the line during the hike
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Recent Examples of laggard
Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 8 Nov. 2021
Their laggard approach toward data can be attributed to a host of factors.
—Deepak Mittal, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2021
Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 18 July 2025
While the factors weighing on big tech laggards vary, the common challenge most of them face is exposure to China, which has been hit with the highest tariffs by the Trump administration.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
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Adjective
The sector is currently booming, and massive funding announcements are a common occurrence, a testament to the fact that the laggard construction industry has finally woken up to the need to innovate.
—Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 8 Nov. 2021
Their laggard approach toward data can be attributed to a host of factors.
—Deepak Mittal, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2021
Noun
Forty-six percent of supply chain laggards cited supply chain disruptions on their earnings calls, while 37 percent reported delays as major contributors to underperformance.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 18 July 2025
While the factors weighing on big tech laggards vary, the common challenge most of them face is exposure to China, which has been hit with the highest tariffs by the Trump administration.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for laggard
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Spend some time strolling the picturesque streets, making leisurely stops in any places that strike your fancy—from inviting cafes to buzzy bars.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
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What to do: Spend your morning going on a leisurely stroll through the Charleston City Market, which is filled with dozens of local artisans.—
DeAnna Taylor,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Meet the apple snail and their amazing eyes In parts of the United States, apple snails are considered an invasive species.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
6 Aug. 2025
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This particularly hardy sea snail is notable for its ability to withstand the frigid temps and crushingly high pressure of the deep ocean.—
Rosie McCall,
Discover Magazine,
28 July 2025
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Three organic meats are on offer for Sunday roast: slow roasted Black Angus, with creamed horseradish; succulent Tamworth Pork with bramley apple sauce and Texel Lamb with a classic mint sauce.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Burrow hopes that feeling the rush and gaining real reps working the pocket will help lessen the impact of opening-week clunkers that contributed to the team’s slow starts.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
8 Aug. 2025
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Club name Home Depot is another one that’s been hurt by sluggish housing activity.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
14 Aug. 2025
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Most industry commentators attribute the sluggish hiring trends to the impact of artificial intelligence (AI).—
Anjana Susarla,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Laggard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laggard. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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