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What is the opposite of falls behind?

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Opposite of to lag behind or not keep pace with others or with a schedule
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Opposite of to move or act at a slow speed
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Opposite of to improve on
“You will not make it to college if your grades worsen.”
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Opposite of to surpass in skill or achievement
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“Tom neglected his studies and, as a result, would fall behind his cousin in the upcoming exam.”
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Opposite of to take the initiative for a given task or course of action
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Opposite of to outdo or surpass in a race or contest
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Opposite of to catch up on
“The team is expected to lose ground to the rest of the competition following the retirement of several players.”
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Opposite of to advance toward success
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Opposite of to reach level terms with someone or something that was once ahead
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Opposite of to prosper or flourish, or to attain control or ascendancy
“If you are intent on composing fine poems from the outset, you will trail the others.”
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Opposite of to move fast enough to reach or pass someone or something ahead
“They would eventually lose him after their long pursuit of the suspect.”
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Opposite of to overpower by weight
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Opposite of to rise to or reach a great height while overlooking something
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Opposite of to obscure or block out an object or light
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Opposite of to attach or fasten together, usually with a string or cord
“Several families had to untie bikes from the backs of their cars before they could gain access to the boot.”
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Opposite of to be alive at a specified time
“We will all perish eventually, so live every day as if it is your last.”
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Opposite of to give or hand over
“I would rather you keep it for yourself than to give it to someone who does not deserve it.”
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Opposite of to draw to a close
“If symptoms persist, please see a doctor.”
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