drop behind

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb : - To fall back in position; to fail to keep pace with others; to move or progress more slowly than a group or standard. Usage This verb describes the action of moving or progressing at a slower rate than others, resulting in a position further back. It is often used in contexts involving movement, competition, or progress. - The injured runner began to drop behind the rest of...