Lag and Lead

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Lag verb - To lose bodily strength or vigor.

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Lead is an antonym for lag.

Nearby Word: lagging

Lead verb - To point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front.

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Lag is an antonym for lead.

Nearby Words: leading, leader, leaden, leadership, leaded

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Lag & Lead. N.p., 2016. Web. 14 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/lag/lead>.

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