behindhand

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Considering that this Fantaisie' was ordered, and paid for, and eaten more than a year ago, I realize that I am behindhand with it.

From Time Magazine Archive

As regards works of a scientific character, the Magyars until recently were confessedly behindhand as compared with many other European nations.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 8 "Hudson River" to "Hurstmonceaux" by Various

I spent a shilling unsuccessfully; Inie knocked one down at the first shot, and Bob, not to be behindhand, watched his chance and stole one, for which may goodness forgive him.

From The Cruise of the Land-Yacht "Wanderer" Thirteen Hundred Miles in my Caravan by Stables, Gordon

Nor were the heretics always behindhand, when they gained opportunity, in improving the lesson which had been taught them so effectually.

From A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I by Lea, Henry Charles

England did not surrender the refugees, and why should Belgium be behindhand in magnanimity?

From Victor Hugo: His Life and Works by Smith, G. Barnett