behind the times

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"You'd think it's something small but a lot of clubs are still behind the times with that. It's about breaking those barriers and making sure spaces are available for mums," she added.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

“Is it true that we are behind the times in terms of housing?” asked Nick Pilch, 63, who serves on the executive committee of the club’s San Francisco Bay chapter.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 27, 2024

Simpson, whose murder trial beamed live from a California courtroom captivated a nation three decades ago, was a telling reminder of how New York is behind the times — or, at least, a holdout.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 15, 2024

Ms. Severino, though, said it’s not a total surprise the court was behind the times.

From Washington Times • Feb. 3, 2023

“I’m afraid we’re a little behind the times here.”

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy