straggle in a sentence

v. i.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8

Definition

To straggle means to move or fall behind in a group, often at a slower pace than others.

As the hikers began to straggle behind, the group decided to take a break and wait for them.
The children continued to straggle on their way to school, chatting and playing along the path.
Despite feeling exhausted, she managed to straggle across the finish line, determined to complete the race.
In the early morning light, a few runners began to straggle away from the main pack during the marathon.
His attempts to keep up with the faster students made him straggle during the challenging workout.
She began to straggle behind the group as they climbed the steep hill.
After a long day of hiking, he found himself straggling toward the campsite.
The stray dog seemed to straggle along the road, searching for food.
Despite her best efforts, she couldn't help but straggle in the fast-paced discussion.
As the race progressed, several runners started to straggle, unable to keep up with the leaders.