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Lag Phrase Time Eslpod Lagging Refers Spotting Trends

Id ESLPod_1064_WE_1803
Episode Id ESLPod 1064
Episode Title Spotting Trends
Phrase to lag behind
Text In this podcast, the phrase "to lag behind" means to follow someone or something, but at a distance, or to move forward or progress more slowly than others: "Why is that country's economy lagging behind that of the rest of the continent?" Or, "When did our sales start lagging behind the competition?" The phrase "jet lag" refers to the feelings of tiredness and confusion that one feels after flying long distances due to the difference in time zones: "The exchange students may be tired their first night in your home, given the cultural differences and the jet lag they're experiencing." Finally, the phrase "time lag" refers to the period of time that passes between two events: "The Internet has really shortened the time lag between when events happen and when people become aware of them."
Topics Clothing + Grooming

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