trailed

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This phenomenon was particularly evident last primary, when Bass initially trailed developer Rick Caruso in the mayoral race, but as more ballots came in, Bass continued to gain a lead.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

One of Weiss’s first decisions was to name “CBS Mornings” host Tony Dokoupil as anchor of “CBS Evening News,” which has long trailed rivals in ratings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

“I hate that I sold it and he might have used it, but there’s nothing I can, you know …” He trailed off.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

While polls tipped Cepeda to finish ahead of his right-wing challenger, official results showed that he trailed, with 41% of votes compared to De la Espriella's 43.7%, with almost all ballots counted.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

A figure in khaki wearing a fluorescent vest trailed behind with a steady stride.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas