falling behind
Example Sentences
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Indian manufacturers are cashing in on the AI infrastructure buildout by supplying cables, power systems and cooling equipment -- even as investors worry the country is falling behind in the race to develop the technology.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
Long criticized for falling behind in the AI race, Apple is now being rewarded by Wall Street for resisting the vast investments its big tech rivals have poured into chips and data centers.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
Americans have been falling behind on their credit card bills at the highest rate in 15 years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
A desperately sad end to his World Cup as France failed to respond after falling behind for the first time at the tournament.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
He was supposed to pay for Andrew’s school fees and groceries, but he started falling behind even on that, and soon my mom was paying for everything.
From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
