Lagging and Rushing

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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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Rushing is an antonym for lagging.

Nearby Words: lag, lagged

Rushing noun - The act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner.

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Lagging is an antonym for rushing.

Nearby Words: rush, rushed, rushy

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