Verb (Present participle of outrivaled or ousurped) as in strong fondness

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lag behind, be outdone, fall short

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Example Sentences

Example:Despite his best efforts, the young athlete often lags behind in long-distance running races.

Definition:To be behind or inferior in progress, position, or achievement; to be relatively disadvantaged or underperforming.

From lag behind

Example:The new tech start-up was outdone by its competitor in market share.

Definition:To be surpassed or defeated in a competition; to be outdone or outperformed by one or more competitors.

From be outdone

Example:Their performance on the project fell short of expectations.

Definition:To fail to match or reach a desired or required level; to fall behind.

From fall short