ichidan verb, intransitive verb
get a late start; start behind others
Often used when someone leaves or begins later than expected, falling behind in a race, competition, or schedule.
朝寝坊して、マラソンのスタートに出遅れた。
I overslept and got a late start in the marathon.
他社より新製品の発売に出
We ended up launching the new product later than our competitors.