as in final
following all others of the same kind in order or time
we're now in the lag end of the project
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1
as in to fade
to lose bodily strength or vigor
during the fourth quarter the whole team seemed to lag
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2
as in to delay
to move or act slowly
the tired puppy was lagging behind the rest of the pack
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as in slowdown
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Recent Examples of lag
David Beard, Car and Driver, 20 June 2022
And some more good news for lovers of the distinctive fusillade produced by the original Impreza rally cars: this one keeps anti-lag, injecting fuel into the turbocharger to keep it spinning off-throttle.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 21 June 2022
Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
The movie lags here and there as Zephyr’s escape attempts become repetitive.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2025
Past issues of this blog have discussed the shortcomings of the BLS’ CPI calculation, especially the long lag in the highly weighted (35%) rental component of the index.
—Robert Barone, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Adjective
With Baja mode activated, the twin-turbo V-6 engages the turbochargers' anti-lag function, and there's negligible delay in the power delivery during the quick on/off throttle sequences common to desert running.
—David Beard, Car and Driver, 20 June 2022
And some more good news for lovers of the distinctive fusillade produced by the original Impreza rally cars: this one keeps anti-lag, injecting fuel into the turbocharger to keep it spinning off-throttle.
—Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 21 June 2022
Verb
However, as Apple inched closer to Apple Intelligence’s public reveal in June 2024, internal tests showed that the chatbot lagged significantly behind ChatGPT, with OpenAI’s product delivering 25% better accuracy.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
The movie lags here and there as Zephyr’s escape attempts become repetitive.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
Noun
Many experienced screen lags and error messages, struggled to finish and save essays and complained of multiple-choice questions that were worded improperly and included typos.
—Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2025
Past issues of this blog have discussed the shortcomings of the BLS’ CPI calculation, especially the long lag in the highly weighted (35%) rental component of the index.
—Robert Barone, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lag
Adjective
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Oklahoma City led by almost 30 at the half and went into the final frame with an 88-62 lead.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
29 May 2025
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Regardless, the Angels were scoreless entering their final three outs again — Angel Stadium playing home to an offense in need of a pulse check.—
Benjamin Royer,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
Verb
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However, the glamour faded soon after the team docked in Manhattan.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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That faded, and Maresca’s task will be maintaining the charge next season.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Verb
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At least three lawsuits have been filed against the company for delaying the features and circulating misleading iPhone 16 ads regarding Apple Intelligence.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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Newark’s airport was again plagued by delays over Memorial Day weekend, with more than 150 flights in and 230 flights out delayed on Saturday, according to flight-tracking data.—
Boston Herald Wire Services,
Boston Herald,
25 May 2025
Noun
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Consumers and businesses are changing their spending habits, contributing to a noticeable slowdown in the economy.—
Christian Weller,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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This report portrays the current state of the housing sector, with analysts watching for signs of any further slowdown in sales activity.—
Catherine Baab,
Quartz,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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The shooting happened the day before the fifth anniversary of the Parkland, Florida, school shooting that killed 17 and is the latest in what has become a deadly new year in the U.S.—
Joey Cappelletti and Mike Householder,
Anchorage Daily News,
15 Feb. 2023
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The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2023
Verb
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The data also showed EV sales holding up well against a sagging overall auto market in Europe.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
22 May 2025
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The modifications and upgrades come as QX60 sales sagged in the first quarter of the year, dipping 8.7% from the first three months of 2024.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Further afield is the prospect of an India-EU FTA, although that process has dragged on for a decade.—
Vasuki Shastry,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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That dragged its stock down even though the company also reported a better profit for the latest quarter than expected.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
Noun
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That’s where the Oracle of Omaha’s other main hesitation with real estate factors in: Buying property is often a hassle.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
21 May 2025
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Lionel says yes, and before more than a few moments go by the two have tumbled into bed, without fear or hesitation.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 May 2025
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“Lag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lag. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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