falling behind

Example Sentences

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The Lakers mount a late rally after falling behind by 13 points early in the fourth quarter but could not finish off the Rockets, who host Game 6 on Friday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Airbus said Tuesday its first-quarter profit fell as it delivered fewer planes to customers, falling behind rival Boeing for the first time in years.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Policymakers are likely concerned about falling behind the curve in tackling inflation pressures, although global energy prices have fallen and the peso has stabilized since the BSP’s off-cycle meeting in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Without the government introducing the same measure it risks the UK falling behind, warned the committee.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

He took the early lead, then swung very wide on the far turn, falling behind into fourth.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand