Lagging and Rushed

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Lagging adjective - Moving or proceeding at less than the normal, desirable, or required speed.

Usage example: the lagging pace of work on the project was worrisome

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Rushed is an antonym for lagging.

Nearby Words: lag, lagged

Rushed adjective - Acting or done with excessive or careless speed.

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Lagging is an antonym for rushed.

Nearby Words: rush, rushing, rushy

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