verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

lag, fail, decline

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Example Sentences

Example:The new business had to lag behind competitors due to poor planning and execution.

Definition:To be slow in comparison to others; to be behind in progress, development, or achievement.

From lag

Example:His company failed to outflourish the competitors due to poor management and lack of innovation.

Definition:To be unsuccessful; to be unable to perform an intended action or achieve a goal.

From fail

Example:The once-thriving river is now declining, with its water quality and ecosystem deteriorating.

Definition:To become worse or smaller; to decrease in size, quality, or value.

From decline