Past tense for to lag behind or not keep pace with others or with a schedule
“Lacking continued literacy instruction and support, once-proficient students begin to fall behind.”
Past tense for to move or act at a slow speed
“When those resources are overwhelmed and your internal priorities shift, it’s easy for projects to linger and fall behind.”
Past tense for to fail to meet a commitment on a regular payment
“In many states, the lender can repossess your car without as much as a telephone call or written notice if you fall behind on one monthly payment.”
Past tense for to move backward or to back away from a certain point
“If our troops fall behind the Congaree, the enemy will be able to shell Columbia from the south bank.”
Past tense for to fail to fulfill an obligation or payment
Past tense for to deteriorate, decline, or slump in progress, position, or influence
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