behind schedule — not having made as much progress as expected by a particular time
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not having made as much progress as expected by a particular time
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈhaɪnd ˈskedʒuːl/
Example Sentences
- My boss is always behind schedule because he spends too much time choosing his tie.
- The new software launch is two months behind schedule due to unexpected bugs.
- I'm behind schedule with my diet plan - I was supposed to give up chocolate last month.
behind schedule
ADJECTIVE[/bɪˈhaɪnd ˈskedʒuːl/]
not having made as much progress as expected by a particular time
a construction foreman stands looking worried while checking his watch and pointing at an unfinished building frame. The building shows only half-completed walls and exposed beams that should have been finished by now. Heavy rain clouds gather overhead, causing additional delays as workers scramble to cover materials. Other construction workers stand around looking concerned while expensive equipment sits idle. Several delivery trucks wait in the background, unable to proceed with their scheduled deliveries. a project not having made as much progress as expected by a particular time
When behind schedule, teamwork helps you find peace of mind!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Behind derives from Old English 'behindan', meaning 'at the back of' or 'in the rear'. Schedule originates from Latin 'schedula', meaning 'small piece of paper' or 'slip', which evolved to denote a written plan or timetable. The phrase combines these to express the concept of being late relative to a planned timeline.
Breakdown
behind (Old English 'behindan': at the back of) + schedule (Latin 'schedula': small paper, written plan). The compound phrase means occurring after the intended or planned time.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My boss is always behind schedule because he spends too much time choosing his tie.”
“The new software launch is two months behind schedule due to unexpected bugs.”
“I'm behind schedule with my diet plan - I was supposed to give up chocolate last month.”
“The wedding preparations are behind schedule, so we need to work overtime this week.”
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