bring up the rear
Example Sentences
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That’s why, when you look at the chart, fruits and nuts bring up the rear, with something like 1 percent of the climate impact of beef.
From Washington Post
Durand and two others would bring up the rear.
From Seattle Times
The counties with the highest death rates bring up the rear in getting vaccinated.
From Seattle Times
“Dylan will lead now. I’ll bring up the rear.”
From Literature
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Torch runners - there are 10,000 in total - typically bring up the rear amid blaring music and banter from DJs.
From Washington Times
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