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

“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

It was a major setback for Blue Origin, which has long trailed Elon Musk’s SpaceX in terms of launches and in-space operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Bayern trailed 2-1 in the shootout when a flying Kahn threw his bear-like paws in front of Zlatko Zahovic's effort, then palmed Amedeo Carboni's strike on to the crossbar.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

As the recitation trailed off, she awoke fully, and began sobbing.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock