Sentence examples for a lagging indicator from inspiring English sources
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The phrase "a lagging indicator" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in economic or financial contexts to refer to a metric that reflects past performance rather than predicting future trends.
Example: "Unemployment rates are often considered a lagging indicator of economic health, as they tend to rise after a recession has already begun."
Alternatives: "a trailing measure" or "a delayed signal".
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