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To have been superior against one's peers
“Phelps quickly led the other swimmers, leaving them in his wake.”
Opposite of past tense for to lag behind or not keep pace with others or with a schedule
Opposite of past tense for to move or act at a slow speed
Opposite of past tense for to improve on
“You will not make it to college if your grades worsen.”
Opposite of past tense for to surpass in skill or achievement
“Tom neglected his studies and, as a result, would fall behind his cousin in the upcoming exam.”
Opposite of past tense for to take the initiative for a given task or course of action
Opposite of past tense for to catch up on
“The team is expected to lose ground to the rest of the competition following the retirement of several players.”
Opposite of past tense for to advance toward success
Opposite of past tense for to reach level terms with someone or something that was once ahead
Opposite of past tense for 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.”
Opposite of past tense for to move fast enough to reach or pass someone or something ahead
“They would eventually lose him after their long pursuit of the suspect.”
Opposite of past tense for to overpower by weight
Opposite of past tense for to rise to or reach a great height while overlooking something
Opposite of past tense for to obscure or block out an object or light
Opposite of past tense for 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.”
Opposite of past tense for to be alive at a specified time
“We will all perish eventually, so live every day as if it is your last.”
Opposite of past tense for to give or hand over
“I would rather you keep it for yourself than to give it to someone who does not deserve it.”
Opposite of past tense for to draw to a close
“If symptoms persist, please see a doctor.”
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