lagging

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

As of Tuesday’s close, PepsiCo shares have increased 9% over the past 12 months, lagging behind the S&P 500’s 29% gain.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

While Monday’s move left many investors scratching their heads, others have furnished explanations for why U.S. stocks have outperformed their international rivals since the start of the conflict, after lagging behind earlier in the year.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

She argued that the UK is lagging behind other nations when it comes to offering consular services, pointing to France as an example of what can be achieved with better diplomatic pressure.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The stock market dip came after the company announced weak holiday-season sales, with Barbie products lagging.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Shem & John was lagging behind, striking each other on the Shoulders, & Prince was before us, playing upon the Fife.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson