NYT Dictionary

LAGGING

/ˈlæɡɪŋ/
AdjectiveNounVerbLAG-ginglag-ging · 2 syllablesGrade 12

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

falling behind, not keeping up the pace

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

from lag

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 8 recorded puzzles:

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