lagging

Example Sentences

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Analysts see the price as a good deal for Berkshire because the actual value of the builder’s home portfolio belies its lagging stock price.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

A series of missteps, including a foray into renewable energy that failed to deliver promised returns, had left BP’s shares lagging behind peers and investor confidence waning.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

This year, however, 80% of hotels surveyed by the American Hotel and Lodging Assn. said bookings are lagging behind initial forecasts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

That lagging action, however, could now present a potential catch-up opportunity as the stock begins attempts to stabilize.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

I dragged myself home at the end of the day, lagging far behind my brothers, who had given up trying to cajole me out of my mood.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly