verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

lag, underperform, fall short

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Example Sentences

Example:He lagged behind the pack in the race and finished last.

Definition:To fall behind or be slower than others.

From lag

Example:The team underperformed in the second quarter, failing to score many points.

Definition:To perform below expectations or below the average level.

From underperform

Example:Their efforts fell short of meeting the CEO’s ambitious sales targets.

Definition:To fail to achieve a target or goal.

From fall short