Fall behind NYT Crossword Clue

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Puzzle WSJ Crossword - January 26 2026
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Fall behind" is LAG.

The clue 'Fall behind' suggests a delay or being slower than expected, which is captured by the word 'LAG.' In contexts such as technology or races, 'lag' refers to the act of not keeping up with the pace or progress of others.

Lag means to fall behind or move more slowly than others.

Annoyance in some gaming, Drop behind, Streaming issue caused by slow wi-fi, Trail behind, Interval, hold-up

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The answer to “Fall behind” in the New York Times puzzle January 13 2026 is LAG. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT crossword challenge with this solution.

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