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1. Being late; Late (as a state)
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1. Being late; Late (as a state)
1. to be late; to be delayed
2. to fall behind (in a race, one's studies, etc.); to lag behind
+ 2 additional meanings1. Being late; Is delayed
1. May be late.; It's okay to be late.
1. delay; lag
1. Is/are being late.; Is/are delayed.
1. Wait for me.; Be late with me.
1. Must not be late.; No delay.
1. Wait a bit.; Hold on.
1. Please wait.; Please be late. (less common/sarcastic)