lagging

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Nvidia’s stock is on pace to record its strongest four-session run of the year after severely lagging the chip sector to date in 2026.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The Lakers slugged their way through a defensive battle against the Houston Rockets in the first round, but their offense started lagging midway through the series.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Heading into Wednesday, CVS Health has added 1.7% this year, lagging behind a 6% gain for the benchmark index.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Sweden and Rwanda have both set ambitious targets of eliminating cervical cancer by 2027, separately launching accelerated vaccination and screening programmes, though both countries are lagging behind key milestones.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Swordfish was lagging once more, wallowing in the wake of the smaller ships to either side; elsewise the line was straight as a shield wall.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin